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AlfajHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Moon God's glory

Pronunciation: Al-faj

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Name
Alfaj
Meaning
Moon God's glory
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
Al-faj
Lucky Number
6
6
Lucky Number
Friday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Alfaj mean?

Alfaj is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Moon God's glory". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: Al-faj. Lucky number: 6. 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.

Alfaj

हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है Moon God's glory

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

Al-faj

IPA

/ˈæl.fædʒ/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Alfaj is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is Moon God's glory. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

6

Lucky Day

Friday

Lucky Colors

SilverWhite

Lucky Stone

Moonstone

Life Path Number

11

Numerology meaning: Those with a life path number 11 are spiritual leaders, humanitarians, and visionaries.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveWiseV

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Embraces the celestial power of the Moon God.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Alfaj has its origins in Hindu culture, specifically in the Sanskrit language. Alankara, which appears as 'Alaj' in the name Alfaj, translates to ornament. The use of ornamentation in art, architecture, and even personal adornments is deeply rooted in traditional Hindu culture. Thus, the name Alfaj represents the rich artistic and cultural heritage of this ancient civilization.
In Hindu spirituality, the Moon is considered a symbol of various deities including Saraswati, the goddess of knowledge, and Shiva, the god of destruction and restoration. Alfaj, meaning 'ornament of the Moon', embodies the divine grace and beauty of these celestial beings. The name serves as a constant reminder of the spiritual significance of the Moon in Hindu mythology and the deep connection between humanity and the cosmos.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Alfaj was a famous Hindu king in the 10th century AD, ruling over the southern Indian kingdom of Chalukya.

10th century AD

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

Alfaj

हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है Moon God's glory

🇮🇳Hindi

Alfaj

हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है Moon God's glory

🇮🇳Tamil

Alfaj

இந்து பெயர் என்று பொருள் Moon God's glory

🇮🇳Telugu

Alfaj

హిందూ పేరు అంటే Moon God's glory

🇮🇳Marathi

Alfaj

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Moon God's glory

🇧🇩Bengali

Alfaj

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Moon God's glory

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