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HemamaliniHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Golden Lotus

Pronunciation: heh-mah-mah-lee-nee

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Name
Hemamalini
Meaning
Golden Lotus
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
heh-mah-mah-lee-nee
Lucky Number
6
6
Lucky Number
Friday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Hemamalini mean?

Hemamalini is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Golden Lotus". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: heh-mah-mah-lee-nee. Lucky number: 6. 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.

हेममलिनी

हेम (gold) + मलिनी (garland)

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

heh-mah-mah-lee-nee

IPA

hé.mə.ma.lɪ.nī

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Hemamalini is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is Golden Lotus. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

6

Lucky Day

Friday

Lucky Colors

GoldWhite

Lucky Stone

Moonstone

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Those with a life path number 3 have a creative and artistic nature. They are often very imaginative and versatile.

Personality

Personality Traits

CompassionateGraciousV = VirtuousT = Thoughtful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

May you bloom like a lotus in the pond of life, radiant and pure.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Hemamalini holds significant cultural importance in Hinduism, as it embodies the essence of feminine beauty and grace. It is a name that has been cherished through generations and continues to be popular among Hindus today.
The Name Hemamalini carries deep spiritual significance as it represents the union of the divine qualities of gold (hema) and the lotus (malini). The gold symbolizes purity, wealth, and prosperity, while the lotus represents beauty, detachment, and spiritual growth. Thus, the name Hemamalini signifies an individual who embodies these divine qualities and is on the path to spiritual growth and enlightenment.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Hemamalini, also known as Padmavati, was a legendary queen of the Chittor fort in Rajasthan. She is best known for her devotion to Lord Hari and her beauty, which is often compared to a lotus flower.

Medieval Period (13th Century)

Hemamalini was a renowned classical dancer and a disciple of the legendary dance guru, Bharata Muni. She is believed to have composed several works on dance and music during the Sangam era.

Sangam Literature Period (ca. 2nd Century BC - 4th Century AD)

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

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Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

हेममलिनी

हेम (gold) + मलिनी (garland)

🇮🇳Hindi

हेममलिनी

हेम (हिंदी: हेम) + मलिनी (मलिनी)

🇮🇳Tamil

ஹேமமலினி

ஹேம் (தமிழ்: ஹேம்) + மலினி (மலினி)

🇮🇳Telugu

హెమమలినీ

హెమ్ (తెలుగు: హెమ్) + మలినీ (మలినీ)

🇮🇳Marathi

Hemamalini

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Golden Lotus

🇧🇩Bengali

Hemamalini

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Golden Lotus

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