Meaning & Origin
Avishta is derived from the Sanskrit root 'vishta' meaning 'desire, aim, or wish'. It is believed that a child named Avishta will have strong desires and determination, and will strive to achieve their goals with dedication and hard work.
Spiritual meaning
Fulfilling one's deepest desires and aspirations.
Language details
विश्त
Desire, Aspiration
अविष्ठ
विष्ट (vishta) - to remain, to be present + अ (a) - not
அவிஷ்ட
விஷ்ட (vishta) - to remain, to be present
అవిష్ఠ
విష్ఠ (vishta) - to remain, to be present
Avishta
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Desire, Aim, Wish
Avishta
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Desire, Aim, Wish
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
ə-vɪʃ-tə
/əˈvɪʃ.tə/
Lucky number
3
Lucky day
Monday
Lucky colors
Life path
3
Lucky stone
Ruby
Cultural & Spiritual notes
The name Avishta holds great significance in Hindu culture. It is often given to children who are expected to have a strong desire to excel in various fields of life. The name is believed to instill in the child a sense of determination, focus, and the willpower to overcome challenges.
From a spiritual perspective, the name Avishta is believed to signify the individual's innate desire for self-realization and the pursuit of truth. It is seen as a reminder of the deeper purpose of human existence, which is to awaken to the ultimate reality and live in accordance with it. The name is also believed to resonate with the divine principle of desire, which is a fundamental aspect of the human psyche, and can be harnessed for spiritual growth if channeled positively.
Historical references
Avishta was a powerful and influential sage, who is mentioned in the Hindu epic Mahabharata. He is known for his immense tapasya (penance) and was granted the boon of being immune to death by Lord Indra.
circa 400 BCE
Avishta is also mentioned in the Puranic literature as a Rishi (sage) who cursed the moon god, Chandra, for neglecting his wife Rohini, resulting in Chandra's waning and waxing cycles.
circa 600 CE
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