Meditation, reflection, or profound contemplation
Derived from the Sanskrit word for meditation, Dhyana represents a state of focused contemplation and mindfulness. In Hindu and Buddhist traditions, it refers to a specific stage of mental concentration and is a precursor to enlightenment. It is a spiritual name that emphasizes inner peace and intellectual depth.
Less common today
Dhyana isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,147 in 2024.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
