Bliss, happiness, and joy
Derived from the Sanskrit word for bliss, Ananda is a significant concept in Indian philosophy representing a state of spiritual ecstasy. In Buddhist tradition, it was the name of one of the primary attendants of the Buddha, known for his great memory.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Ananda in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The primary attendant and first cousin of Gautama Buddha
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Thai-Australian actor and model
Mauritian writer and poet
