Apsara

Apsara is a female first name that has its origin in Indian mythology. It is translated as 'the beautiful one' or 'the celestial nymph'.

What does the name Apsara mean?

The name Apsara originates from Indian mythology and means 'the beautiful one' or 'celestial nymph'. It has its roots in Sanskrit, derived from the term apsarāḥ (अप्सरा), which stands for 'beautiful woman' and 'celestial nymph'. In Hindu as well as in parts of Buddhist mythology, Apsaras are described as half-human, half-divine beings who live in the palace of the god Indra. They are considered 'spirits' of the clouds and show similarities to the nymphs of Greek-Roman mythology. On the friezes of temples, such as the famous temple of Angkor Wat in Cambodia, they are often depicted as lightly clad young women with ample, exposed breasts.

Where does the name Apsara come from?

The name Apsara has its linguistic roots in Sanskrit and means 'the beautiful one'.

How do you pronounce Apsara?

The pronunciation of Apsara is three syllables and has a distinctive sound. The name is usually pronounced as 'Ap-sa-ra' [apˈsaːʁa], starting with an open 'a' sound. The consonant cluster '-ps-' gives the sound a certain tension and uniqueness. The rolling 'r' in '-ra' provides a lively and gentle finish. Thus, Apsara sounds exotic, elegant, and expressive - a name with a distinctive structure and a special, flowing aura.

Popularity

In Germany, Apsara is a rather rare first name. In 2022, it ranked 5,539th in the list of the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2010, when it reached 2,348th place. In the past ten years, Apsara has been given as a first name less than 10 times, leading to a 11,442nd place in the ten-year statistics. For the period from 2010 to 2024, it ranks 8,788th.