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EkadashHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Eleven

Pronunciation: Eh-kah-dahsh

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Name
Ekadash
Meaning
Eleven
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
Eh-kah-dahsh
Lucky Number
11
11
Lucky Number
Eleventh
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Ekadash mean?

Ekadash is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Eleven". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: Eh-kah-dahsh. Lucky number: 11. 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.

एकादश

Ek (one) + Adash (eleven)

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

Eh-kah-dahsh

IPA

/əkɑːdɑʃ/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

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

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

11

Lucky Day

Eleventh

Lucky Colors

OrangeRedGold

Lucky Stone

Rudraksha

Life Path Number

2

Numerology meaning: Ekadash is a powerful name with a Life Path Number of 2, which indicates a caring, nurturing, and diplomatic nature. It is a name that brings balance and harmony to one's life, and those who bear it are often natural mediators and peacemakers.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveWiseV = VirtuousK = Kind

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes power, strength, and renewal.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Ekadash is derived from the Sanskrit words 'Eka' meaning 'one' and 'Dash' meaning 'ten', hence signifying the eleventh day of the lunar fortnight. Ekadashi is an important spiritual practice in Hinduism, observed by millions of devotees across the world. On this day, followers abstain from grains and beans, and consume only fruits, vegetables, and raw food as a sign of reverence towards Vishnu and his Avatar, Lord Rama. This tradition is believed to have started with Lord Parashurama, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. In Hindu mythology, Ekadashi is also considered auspicious for performing shraddh-karma (ancestor worship) and donations.
Ekadashi is considered a highly spiritual day in Hinduism, as it is believed that Lord Vishnu grants boons to his devotees who observe the fast with sincerity and devotion. The fast is believed to wash away one's sins and grant moksha (liberation) from the cycle of birth and death. Ekadashi is also seen as a day to seek the blessings of Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva, the two most revered deities in Hinduism. It is a day to connect with the divine, meditate, and seek inner peace and spiritual growth.

Cultural Hindu name

Historical Usage

Historical References

The number eleven (Ekadash) was considered sacred in Hinduism due to several reasons. One of them being that it was the number of Vishnu's avatars, including Rama, Krishna, and Buddha.

From ancient to medieval times

Another reference to Ekadash is found in the Jainism tradition, where the Ekadash Tattva (Ekadash principles) are considered essential for spiritual growth. These principles include non-violence, truthfulness, celibacy, and others.

From medieval to modern times

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

एकादश

Ek (one) + Adash (eleven)

🇮🇳Hindi

एकादश

एक (Ek) + अदश (Adash)

🇮🇳Tamil

ஐகடச்

One and eleven

🇮🇳Telugu

ఐకదేశ

One and eleven

🇮🇳Marathi

Ekadash

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Eleven

🇧🇩Bengali

Ekadash

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Eleven

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