Banyan

Banyan Meaning & Origin

About Banyan
The name "Banyan" is derived from the Hindi word "bania," meaning merchant, and refers to a type of tree known for its extensive aerial roots. Symbolizing strength, longevity, and interconnectedness, the name Banyan carries connotations of prosperity, growth, and stability. It represents a person who is grounded, adaptable, and capable of forming deep connections with others, reflecting the qualities associated with the majestic Banyan tree.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Banyan are male.

Banyan Popularity Trends

The popularity of the name has decreased by -44.44% over the past year.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
PNN
🗽 NYSIIS
BA
🔊 Soundex
B0505
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
B AE1 N Y AH0 N
🌐 IPA
/ˈbænjən/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('PNN', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
B550

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Banyan in Braille

Here's how to represent Banyan in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Banyan in braille

How to Spell the Name Banyan in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Banyan using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Banyan in sign language

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