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AdilayHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Night God

Pronunciation: ah-dee-tah

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Name
Adilay
Meaning
Night God
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
ah-dee-tah
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Adilay mean?

Adilay is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Night God". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: ah-dee-tah. Lucky number: 3. 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.

आदित्य

Sun

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

ah-dee-tah

IPA

/ədɪt̪jə/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Adilay is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is Night God. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

BlackBlue

Lucky Stone

Amethyst

Life Path Number

5

Numerology meaning: Independent, resourceful, and adaptable

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveWiseV = Virtuous

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes protection and guidance under the night sky

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name "Adilay" holds a unique cultural significance within the realms of Hindu tradition. This name symbolizes the connection between the primordial, the eternal beginnings, encapsulated in the prefix 'Adi', and the God of the Night, represented by the suffix 'Lay'. The name evokes a sense of mysticism, allure, and the cyclical nature of time as per Hindu mythology.
In terms of spiritual significance, the name "Adilay" represents a continuous, cosmic consciousness that transcends time. It is a reminder of the eternal cosmic forces at play, the night signifying the eternal cycle of destruction and creation – a cycle of renewal that underpins the spiritual journey of self-discovery and enlightenment. The name "Adilay" therefore, offers an intriguing blend of Hindu spiritual traditions, rooted in the understanding of the deeper cyclical patterns and the interplay of cosmic forces.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Adilay was a Hindu ruler who ruled over the Mysore Kingdom from 1659 to 1686 CE. He is known for his military prowess and his efforts to expand the kingdom's territory.

1659-1686 CE

Adilay was also known as Chikka Devaraja Wodeyar. He was a patron of arts and literature, and during his reign the Mysore court became a hub for scholars and artists.

1659-1686 CE

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

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Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

आदित्य

Sun

🇮🇳Hindi

अदित्य

सूर्ज

🇮🇳Tamil

ஆதிய

ஆதி

🇮🇳Telugu

ఆదియ

ఆది

🇮🇳Marathi

Adilay

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Night God

🇧🇩Bengali

Adilay

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Night God

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