Anjali

Anjali comes from a Sanskrit word for a salutation and for hands brought together, especially in a gesture of respect or offering. The physical gesture helps explain why the name is sometimes summarized as an offering. Its meaning is more specific than an ordinary gift, connecting the name with an action of welcome, reverence, or acknowledgment.

The word has a place in Indian religious practice, dance, and other cultural settings where hand gestures carry meaning. As a personal name it is used across several Indian languages, retaining its Sanskrit ancestry while adapting to different scripts and pronunciations. Anjali therefore offers both a clear linguistic image and a cultural connection that extends beyond a single story or bearer.