Payal

Meaning of Payal

Payal is a charming and unique name for baby girls. It has its origins in the Hindi language, where it is pronounced as PYAHL (/paɪˈjɑl/). Payal is a name that carries cultural associations, as it refers to the traditional Indian anklets worn by women. These anklets produce a delightful sound when they move, adding to the beauty and grace of those who wear them. In terms of popularity, Payal has been chosen by parents in New Jersey over the years but has not consistently ranked high in terms of occurrence or popularity. However, this rarity only adds to the allure and distinction of the name for those seeking something truly unique for their little one.

Pronunciation

Hindi

  • Pronunced as PYAHL (/paɪˈjɑl/)

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Notable People Named Payal

Payal Rohatgi is an Indian actress known for her roles in Hindi films and appearances on reality TV shows like Bigg Boss and Lock Upp.
Payal Rajput is an Indian actress known for her work in Telugu and Punjabi films, making her debut in the Punjabi film Channa Mereya (2017) and later appearing in the Hindi film Veerey Ki Wedding (2018).
Payal Ghosh is an Indian actress and politician known for her work in Telugu and Hindi films, and she currently serves as the vice president of the women's wing of the Republican Party of India (Athawale).
Payal Shah Karwa is an Indian author known for her book The Bad Touch.
Payal Kapadia is an acclaimed Indian filmmaker, recognized for her award-winning documentary "A Night of Knowing Nothing" at the 2021 Cannes Film Festival and for her film "Afternoon Clouds" being the sole Indian selection at the 70th Cannes Film Festival in 2017.
Payal Dev is an Indian playback singer and music composer known for her work in Hindi films, including popular songs like "Ab Tohe Jane Na Doongi" and "Genda Phool."
Payal Kapadia is an Indian author of children's books and the recipient of the 2013 Crossword Book Award for Wisha Wozzariter.
Payal Shankar, a political figure from Telangana, secured victory as a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate in the 2023 assembly elections, earning the position of MLA for the Adilabad constituency.
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