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DharmuHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Righteous Path

Pronunciation: DHAR-moo

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Name
Dharmu
Meaning
Righteous Path
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
DHAR-moo
Lucky Number
9
9
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Dharmu mean?

Dharmu is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Righteous Path". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: DHAR-moo. Lucky number: 9. 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.

धर्मु

Dharma (duty, righteousness, moral law)

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

DHAR-moo

IPA

/dʱəɾmʊ/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Dharmu is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is Righteous Path. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

9

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

BlueYellow

Lucky Stone

Turquoise

Life Path Number

6

Numerology meaning: People with the life path number 6 are nurturing and caring. They are often the caretakers in their families and communities. They have a strong sense of responsibility to make the world a better place.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveWiseV = Virtuous

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Follow the righteous path to live in harmony with the universe.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name 'Dharmu' reflects the importance placed on following one's duties and moral principles in Hindu culture. It signifies a connection to the rich heritage and values of the Hindu tradition.
The name 'Dharmu' holds a deep spiritual significance as it represents an individual's commitment to living a righteous life in harmony with the cosmic order. It is a reminder of one's duty to uphold virtue, truth, and morality in thought, word, and deed.

Historical Usage

Historical References

The sage Dharmu is mentioned in the ancient Indian epic Mahabharata, as one of the sages who imparted wisdom to Bhishma before his death.

circa 4th century BCE

In Jain mythology, Dharmu is considered as the Jina (ascetic) of the 12th cycle or Avasarpini, who prophesied the advent of Mahavira and instructed the future Tirthankara on his duties and spiritual practices.

circa 6th century BCE

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

धर्मु

Dharma (duty, righteousness, moral law)

🇮🇳Hindi

धर्मु

धर्म (Dharma)

🇮🇳Tamil

தர்மு

தர்மம் (Dharma)

🇮🇳Telugu

ధర్ము

ధర్మము (Dharma)

🇮🇳Marathi

Dharmu

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Righteous Path

🇧🇩Bengali

Dharmu

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Righteous Path

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