Parimal as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Parimal

What is the meaning of the name Parimal ?

The baby name Parimal is a Male name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced {'ipa': '/pəˈrɪ.məl/', 'respelling': 'puh-RIH-muhl'}.

Parimal is Indian, Sanskrit in Origin.

Parimal is a masculine Indian given name rooted in Sanskrit parimala (परिमल), meaning “fragrance,” “perfume,” or “sweet aroma.” In classical Sanskrit poetry and devotional literature, parimala evokes the refined scent of sandalwood or blossoms and, by extension, purity, virtue, and a reputation that spreads pleasantly. The name thus carries connotations of elegance and a gentle influence that permeates its surroundings.

As a personal name it gained steady usage across North and Western India in the 20th century, especially among Gujarati and Bengali speakers, and is also found in Marathi, Hindi, and Odia contexts. Common variants and related forms include the feminine Parimala and the Bengali-influenced spelling Porimal; affectionate short forms such as Pari may occur in families. Cognate vocabulary across Indo‑Aryan and Dravidian languages preserves the same core meaning of aroma, reinforcing Parimal’s enduring appeal.