Meaning & Origin
Dhruti means 'firm, steadfast'. The name Dhrutika is derived from this root, implying a strong and unwavering spirit. In Hindu mythology, Dhrutarashtra, the blind king, was a symbol of steadfastness and unwavering duty.
Spiritual meaning
Emblem of steadfastness and unwavering spirit
Language details
धृतिका
she who gives firmness, stability, or strength
धरुतिका
धृति का (dhRuti kA)
திருத்திகா
திரு (thiru) + திகா (thikA)
ధృష్ఠికా
ధృష్ఠి (dhRuShThi) + కా (kA)
Dhrutika
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Firm, steadfast
Dhrutika
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Firm, steadfast
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
d-hru-tee-kah
[ɡɤɠɥɥɠɥɣɡɦɥɢɥɣɡɦɥɢɥɣɡɦɥɢɥɣɡɦɥɢɥɣɡ]/
Lucky number
9
Lucky day
Saturday
Lucky colors
Life path
6
Lucky stone
Lapis Lazuli
Cultural & Spiritual notes
The name Padmini is derived from the Tamil word 'padam' (lotus), which is a revered symbol of beauty, purity, and grace in Hindu culture. The name Padmini was once used to denote royal women of South India.
In Hinduism, the lotus symbolizes detachment from the world and spiritual growth, making Padmini an embodiment of inner beauty that transcends physical appearance.
Historical references
Dhrutarashtra was the eldest of the two sons of King Bhishma. The name Dhrutarashtra means 'the undisturbed one' or 'the steady one'. He ruled as the king of Hastinapura during the Mahabharata war.
1200 BCE - 1100 BCE
Dhrutimukha was a powerful demon king, also known as Mahasura. He was defeated by the goddess Durga, and the festival of Dussehra celebrates her victory over him. The name Dhrutimukha means 'the fearless one'.
500 BCE
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