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IkshvakuHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

The first king of the Solar Dynasty

Pronunciation: ee-ksh-vah-koo

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Name
Ikshvaku
Meaning
The first king of the Solar Dynasty
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
ee-ksh-vah-koo
Lucky Number
1
1
Lucky Number
Sunday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Ikshvaku mean?

Ikshvaku is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "The first king of the Solar Dynasty". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: ee-ksh-vah-koo. 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.

इक्ष्वाकु

Son of the Sun

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

ee-ksh-vah-koo

IPA

ɪkʂˈʋaːku

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Ikshvaku is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is The first king of the Solar Dynasty. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

1

Lucky Day

Sunday

Lucky Colors

RedOrange

Lucky Stone

Ruby

Life Path Number

1

Numerology meaning: The number 1 represents new beginnings, leadership, and independence.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveWiseLoyalCompassionateV = VirtuousK = KindT = ThoughtfulD = Determined

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Represents royal lineage and divine origin

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

Tracing its origins to the ancient Indian epics, the Ramayana and Mahabharata, Ikshvaku is considered as the founder of a great and distinguished dynasty that ruled over ancient India. Ikshvaku signifies the origin and establishment of royal power, rule of law, and the foundation of a just and virtuous civilization. Many rulers in ancient India claimed descent from Ikshvaku, and the name became synonymous with regal power and authority.
In Hindu mythology, Ikshvaku is believed to be an embodiment of dharma, or righteousness. He personifies the ideal ruler and king, who governs his people with wisdom and justice. As the ancestor of Rama, one of the most revered figures in Hinduism, Ikshvaku's name holds a deep spiritual significance. He stands as a symbol of righteous leadership, purity, and virtuousness, inspiring generations of leaders to follow in his footsteps and uphold dharma in their reigns.

Cultural Hindu name · Root: Sanskrit roots: 'ikshu' + 'akshu' · Not found in Vedas or Upanishads, but is an important name in Hindu mythology, appearing in the Ramayana and Mahabharata.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Ikshvaku is mentioned in the Ramayana as the founder of the solar dynasty. The name Ikshvaku carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

Vedic period

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

इक्ष्वाकु

Son of the Sun

🇮🇳Hindi

इक्ष्वाकु

सूर्यपुत्र

🇮🇳Tamil

இக்ஷ்வாகு

சூரியன் புதல்வன்

🇮🇳Telugu

ఇక్ష్వాకు

సూర్య పుత్రుడు

🇮🇳Marathi

Ikshvaku

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे The first king of the Solar Dynasty

🇧🇩Bengali

Ikshvaku

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ The first king of the Solar Dynasty

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