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DhrubaHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Sky, Blue, Turquoise

Pronunciation: Dhruba

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Name
Dhruba
Meaning
Sky, Blue, Turquoise
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
Dhruba
Lucky Number
4
4
Lucky Number
Friday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Dhruba mean?

Dhruba is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Sky". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: Dhruba. Lucky number: 4. 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.

धृवः

firm, stable, unchanging, constant, steadfast, trustworthy, reliable, and unmovable

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

Dhruba

IPA

/d̪ʱɾuβ/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Dhruba is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is Sky. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

4

Lucky Day

Friday

Lucky Colors

BlueTurquoiseIndigo

Lucky Stone

Turquoise

Life Path Number

6

Numerology meaning: People with a life path number 6 have a caring, loving nature and are often seen as nurturing and supportive. They are also creative and artistic.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveSteadfastReliableV = VirtuousT = Thoughtful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbol of stability and direction in the cosmos.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Dhruba carries a rich cultural significance in Hinduism as it derives from the celestial pole star that holds the universe in its place. It is believed that possessing a name like Dhruba bestows upon the individual a sense of stability, endurance, and trustworthiness both within themselves and in their relationships.
The name Dhruba is also spiritually significant in Hinduism as it evokes the devotional idea of being unwavering in one's faith and actions, much like the pole star's consistent presence in the night sky. It serves as a reminder to remain grounded and centered in spirituality, staying focused on one's personal growth and growth in devotion to the divine.

Historical Usage

Historical References

According to Indian mythology, Dhruba was the name of the king of Haihayas, a dynasty of ancient India mentioned in the Mahabharata. He ruled over the region of Khandava forest and was a great friend and ally of the Pandava brothers Bhima and Arjuna.

Ancient India, circa 3rd century BCE

In medieval Indian astronomy, Dhruba was the name of the pole star. According to legend, it was named after the king Dhruba, who was said to have been transformed into the star by the god Siva.

Medieval India, circa 13th-16th centuries CE

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

धृवः

firm, stable, unchanging, constant, steadfast, trustworthy, reliable, and unmovable

🇮🇳Hindi

धृव

धृवः (धृवः) का हिन्दी अवतार

🇮🇳Tamil

திருவா

धृवः (धृवः) का தமிழ் अவतार

🇮🇳Telugu

ధృవద్

धृवः (धृवः) का తెలుగు अवतार

🇮🇳Marathi

Dhruba

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Sky, Blue, Turquoise

🇧🇩Bengali

Dhruba

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Sky, Blue, Turquoise

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