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EkdantHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

One-toothed

Pronunciation: EK-dant

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Name
Ekdant
Meaning
One-toothed
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
EK-dant
Lucky Number
1
1
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Ekdant mean?

Ekdant is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "One-toothed". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: EK-dant. Lucky number: 1. 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.

एकदन्त

One Tooth

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

EK-dant

IPA

/ɛkd̪ant/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Ekdant is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is One-toothed. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

1

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

RedGold

Lucky Stone

Ruby

Life Path Number

2

Numerology meaning: People with the life path number 2 are diplomats, peacekeepers, and nurturers.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveWiseV = Virtuous

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbol of Lord Ganesha's wisdom and strength.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name "Ekdant" is rooted in Hindu mythology and specifically associated with Lord Ganesha. The name "Ekdant" is a descriptive term referring to the deity's distinctive appearance – a hindquarter torso, four arms, enormous head and, most notably, only one tusk. This unique look has become a symbol of power and wisdom, and it is a name used with deep reverence and respect in the Hindu culture. Lord Ganesha is widely regarded as the Remover of Obstacles and is invoked at the beginning of any new venture.
In Hindu spirituality, the one-tusked God, Ganesha, is recognized as a symbol of wisdom and strength. "Ekdant" is a name with profound spiritual significance as it represents Lord Ganesha's victory over self-doubt, ignorance, and wrong-doing – obstacles that often hinder spiritual growth. By calling upon this divine name or using it as a personal identifier, one acknowledges the inner power to overcome adversity, cultivate wisdom, and progress spiritually.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Ekdant is a name of Lord Shiva The name Ekdant carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

Classical Indian literature

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

एकदन्त

One Tooth

🇮🇳Hindi

एकदन्त

एक दांत

🇮🇳Tamil

ஐக்கதந்த

ஐக்கும் தந்திரம்

🇮🇳Telugu

ఏకదంత

ఏకో దంతము

🇮🇳Marathi

Ekdant

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे One-toothed

🇧🇩Bengali

Ekdant

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ One-toothed

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