Soma - Meaning, Origin, Popularity & Variations

Soma

SOH-mah'SO-mah'2 syllables
🇮🇳Sanskrit
Creative

MEANING

NectarElixir

ORIGIN

Indian

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Sanskrit word 'soma', which refers to a ritual drink of importance in Vedic tradition.

CULTURAL NOTES

In Hindu mythology, Soma is also considered a god associated with the moon and the drink of immortality.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Soma was used in ancient Vedic rituals and has been mentioned in the Rigveda, one of the oldest sacred texts.

🇯🇵Japanese
Soft

MEANING

Moon

ORIGIN

Japanese

ETYMOLOGY

In Japanese, the characters for Soma can be interpreted as 'moon' (月) and 'truth' (真), though the meaning can vary based on kanji.

CULTURAL NOTES

Soma is occasionally used as a given name or surname in Japan.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

The name has been used in literature and film in Japan, adding to its cultural significance.

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