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DhakshaHindu Male Hindu name meaning

Goddess of Justice

Pronunciation: dha-KSHAA

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Name
Dhaksha
Meaning
Goddess of Justice
Origin
Hindu
Religion
Hindu
Language
Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
dha-KSHAA
Lucky Number
5
5
Lucky Number
Tuesday
Lucky Day
Hindu
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Dhaksha mean?

Dhaksha is a male name from Hindu origin meaning "Goddess of Justice". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: dha-KSHAA. Lucky number: 5. 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.

धक्षा

धक्षिणा (Dhakshina) + आ (Aa) = धक्षा (Dhaksha)

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

dha-KSHAA

IPA

dhakʃa

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Hindu

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Dhaksha is listed as a hindu male name with Hindu origin. Its meaning is Goddess of Justice. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

5

Lucky Day

Tuesday

Lucky Colors

BluePink

Lucky Stone

Ruby

Life Path Number

2

Numerology meaning: People with a Life Path Number 2 are diplomats and peacekeepers. They have a strong desire to help others and make the world a better place.

Personality

Personality Traits

Strong-willedDeterminedFairJustStubbornContemplative

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Dhaksha represents the inner strength and the power to uphold justice and duty in one's personal and professional life.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

Dhaksha is a name deeply rooted in Hindu mythology and symbolizes the concept of dharma or righteousness. She is often depicted as a stern, fair, and unwavering goddess, emphasizing the importance of upholding moral values and duties within society. Furthermore, Dhaksha's association with Lord Indra, the king of the gods, highlights the connection between strong moral character and powerful leadership.
On a spiritual level, the name Dhaksha signifies an inner strength and unwavering commitment to doing what is right. It serves as a reminder to embody the principles of justice, duty, and righteousness within our thoughts, words, and actions. So, anyone named Dhaksha is imbued with the profound spiritual meaning of serving the greater good and maintaining balance in the world.

Vedic Sanskrit origin · Root: Sanskrit/Mythology/Vedic · Dhaksha is the name of a goddess in Hinduism, identified with the destructive aspect of the god Shiva. She is depicted as a violent, ten-armed form of Shiva, holding various weapons and carrying the decapitated head of Shiva in her lap.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Dhaksha is the name of the goddess of sacrifice in Hinduism. The name Dhaksha carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

Vedic period

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Daksha ShethDhakshini Moon

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

धक्षा

धक्षिणा (Dhakshina) + आ (Aa) = धक्षा (Dhaksha)

🇮🇳Hindi

धक्षा

धक्षा

🇮🇳Tamil

தக்ஷா

தக்ஷா

🇮🇳Telugu

ధక్షా

ధక్షా

🇮🇳Marathi

Dhaksha

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Goddess of Justice

🇧🇩Bengali

Dhaksha

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Goddess of Justice

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