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AbijitHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Father of God

Pronunciation: ah-bee-jeet

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Name

Abijit

Meaning

Father of God

Origin

Sanskrit

Religion

Hindu

Language

Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali

Gender

Male

Pronunciation

ah-bee-jeet

Lucky Number

(Thursday)

Lucky Day

Sanskrit

Origin

Male

Gender

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What does Abijit mean?

Abijit is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Father of God". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: ah-bee-jeet. Lucky number: 1. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Sanskrit

Sanskrit is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

अभिजित

towards victory

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

ah-bee-jeet

IPA

/əbhi dʒi t/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Abijit is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is Father of God. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

Lucky Day

(Thursday)

Lucky Colors

RedOrange

Lucky Stone

(Ruby)

Life Path Number

Numerology meaning: Expressive, creative, and socially adaptable.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveWiseV = VirtuousT = Thoughtful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A name given to one who triumphs over obstacles through wisdom and devotion.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name "Abijit" is believed to have originated from the Sanskrit language. In Hindu mythology, Abijit is also known as Abhijit, which is derived from two Sanskrit words - 'Abhi' meaning towards and 'Jit' meaning conquered. The name is associated with the victors of various competitions and is given to children born during auspicious quiet and auspicious lunar cycles (Nakshatras) like Purvashada, Shravana, and Chitra. Parents often name their children after these godly figures in the hope of bestowing valuable qualities such as strategic thinking, determination, and intelligence upon them.

The name "Abijit" holds spiritual significance in Hinduism as it implies the conquest of one's lower self (mind, ego, and sensory inclinations) over the higher self (Intellect and spiritual understanding) through intelligence and devotion. This concept can be related to various Hindu philosophies such as Jnana Yoga - the path of knowledge, Bhakti Yoga - the path of devotion, and Karma Yoga - the path of action. The name reminds us of the importance of staying intellectually engaged with our spiritual practices and to continually strive towards conquering our inner demons.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Abijit was a great hero in Indian mythology, the younger brother of Bhishma Pitamaha. He is also known as Abhijit Maharatha. Abijit participated in the Kurukshetra war and was slain by Bhishma. Abijit, however, was granted the boon by Lord Shiva that he would be worshipped on the day after Diwali. The day of Abhijit's worship is celebrated as 'Abhijit Panchami'.

Approx. 2nd century BCE - 3rd century CE

Another reference to Abijit comes from the Puranic literature, where he is described as the son of Chandra (the Moon god) and the nymph Rohini. Abijit is also known as Chandrabhaga or Chandra Mukha. He is mentioned in various Hindu scriptures, such as the Mahabharata, the Puranas, and the Agni Purana, as a symbol of prosperity and good fortune.

Approx. 500 BCE - 1000 CE

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