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GokilaHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Cow of God

Pronunciation: go-ki-la

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Name
Gokila
Meaning
Cow of God
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
go-ki-la
Lucky Number
8
8
Lucky Number
Friday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Gokila mean?

Gokila is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Cow of God". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: go-ki-la. Lucky number: 8. 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.

गोकिला

गोकुलेश्वरी, गोकुली, गोकिल

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

go-ki-la

IPA

/ɡoːkɪlɑː/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Gokila is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is Cow of God. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

8

Lucky Day

Friday

Lucky Colors

YellowWhite

Lucky Stone

Pearl

Life Path Number

6

Numerology meaning: Persons with Life Path Number 6 are nurturers and caretakers. They are loving, compassionate, and generous. They are natural healers and have a talent for self-sacrifice and unconditional love.

Personality

Personality Traits

CompassionateNurturingLovingV = VirtuousT = Thoughtful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes the divine mother and her nurturing abilities.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

Gokila is an evocative and deeply meaningful name in Hindu culture. Cows are revered in Hindu mythology as sacred symbols of nourishment, prosperity, and protection. They are believed to embody the very essence of selfless giving and are often used as metaphors for unconditional love, goodness, and motherhood. The name Gokila emphasizes the importance of these virtues and invokes the protective strength associated with these revered animals.
The name Gokila carries a profound spiritual significance in Hindu traditions. The combination of the words ‘gau’ and ‘kila’ underscores the power and strength that comes from nurturing and caring for beings, just as a cow provides sustenance to its calves and their community. It can be seen as a reminder of the importance of compassion, kindness, and selflessness in spiritual growth and the attainment of inner peace and enlightenment. Additionally, the name is a connection to the divine cow goddess Kamadhenu, who is known to grant all desires, release emotions, and provide nourishment - underscoring the significant blessings and protection associated with the name.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Gokila was a queen in the Chalukya dynasty, ruling from 973 to 997 AD. The name Gokila carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

Chalukya Dynasty

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Gokila NathGokila Menon

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

गोकिला

गोकुलेश्वरी, गोकुली, गोकिल

🇮🇳Hindi

गोकिला

गोकुला

🇮🇳Tamil

கோகிலா

கோகில

🇮🇳Telugu

గోకిల

గోపాళ

🇮🇳Marathi

Gokila

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Cow of God

🇧🇩Bengali

Gokila

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Cow of God

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