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DashrathHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Ten Chariots

Pronunciation: dah-shrah-th

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Name
Dashrath
Meaning
Ten Chariots
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
dah-shrah-th
Lucky Number
5
5
Lucky Number
Tuesday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Dashrath mean?

Dashrath is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Ten Chariots". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: dah-shrah-th. Lucky number: 5. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Sanskrit

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दशरथ

Ten Charms

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

dah-shrah-th

IPA

d̪aʃr̪aːθ

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Dashrath is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is Ten Chariots. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

5

Lucky Day

Tuesday

Lucky Colors

BlueYellow

Lucky Stone

Emerald

Life Path Number

8

Numerology meaning: People with the life path number 8 are natural leaders and have a strong willpower. They are persistent, ambitious, and have a strong desire for power and control.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveWiseV = Virtuous

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes the inner journey of an individual towards self-realization and enlightenment, represented by the ten chariots.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

King Dashrath was a great ruler and is revered in Hindu tradition and literature for his excellent governance and for being the father of Lord Rama, one of the revered avatars of Lord Vishnu. His story is a significant thread in the epic Ramayana.
King Dashrath embodies a strong sense of duty and responsibility towards his subjects and his family. He is known for his unwavering devotion to the welfare of his people, a trait that is highly valued in Hinduism. The name "Dashrath" is a reminder of the importance of balance, as represented by the ten horses or chariots, and of the great responsibilities that come with power and leadership. It is also seen as a symbol of parental love, as Dashrath was deeply devoted to his children Rama and Lakshmana.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Legend of King Dashrath - Dashrath was the king of Ayodhya and the father of Lord Rama. He ruled during the Treta Yuga, which spanned from approximately 3102 B.C. to 2100 B.C.

Treta Yuga, approximately 3102-2100 B.C.

King Dashrath's Reign - Dashrath was a just ruler and a devotee of Lord Vishnu. He ruled Ayodhya from the Ikshvaku Dynasty during the 14th century B.C.

14th century B.C.

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Dashrath is the name of the king of Ayodhya in the Indian epic Ramayana.Dashrath is also the name of a character in the Indian epic Mahabharata.

Translations

Name Translations

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🕉️Sanskrit

दशरथ

Ten Charms

🇮🇳Hindi

दशरथ

दश रथ

🇮🇳Tamil

தசரத்

Ten Vehicles

🇮🇳Telugu

దశరథ

దశ రత్థాలు

🇮🇳Marathi

Dashrath

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Ten Chariots

🇧🇩Bengali

Dashrath

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Ten Chariots

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