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IraivatiHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Goddess Durga

Pronunciation: ee-RAH-vuh-tee

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Name
Iraivati
Meaning
Goddess Durga
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
ee-RAH-vuh-tee
Lucky Number
4
4
Lucky Number
Monday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Iraivati mean?

Iraivati is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Goddess Durga". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: ee-RAH-vuh-tee. Lucky number: 4. 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.

ईरावती

Goddess

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

ee-RAH-vuh-tee

IPA

[iːˈrɑːvətiː]

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Iraivati is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is Goddess Durga. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

4

Lucky Day

Monday

Lucky Colors

RedPink

Lucky Stone

Ruby

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: The number 3 represents creativity, self-expression, and communication. Those with a life path number 3 are often natural artists, writers, or communicators, and are known for their ability to bring beauty and joy to the world around them.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveWiseLoyalCompassionateV = VirtuousK = KindT = ThoughtfulD = Determined

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Divine feminine energy, empowerment, and protection.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name "Iraivati" holds significant cultural importance in Hinduism, as it is the name of the powerful goddess Durga. Durga is often referred to as the mother of the universe and the embodiment of shakti or divine feminine energy. She is worshiped as a protectress of spiritual and material well-being, and is invoked to strengthen the mind and body during times of difficulty.
From a spiritual perspective, the name "Iraivati" represents the divine feminine energy or shakti, which is considered to be the counterpart to the divine masculine principle (Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva). Goddess Durga is believed to be the source of all creation, as well as the one who nurtures, protects, and destroys all things.

Cultural Hindu name · Root: Sanskrit ईश्वरी (īśvarī) + वती (vatī) · Not directly from Vedas or Upanishads, but from later Hindu literature

Historical Usage

Historical References

Iraivati is an important goddess in Tamil Hinduism, especially revered in the Chola and Nayak periods. She is considered the embodiment of Shiva's consort Parvati, and is often depicted with multiple arms carrying various attributes such as a trident, conch shell, and lotus.

Chola and Nayak periods (9th to 16th centuries)

Iraivati is also known as Mariamman, and is associated with fertility, health, and protection. During the Cola period, her cult spread throughout Tamil Nadu, and she became particularly popular among the common people for her protective powers. The goddess's festival, Mariamman Festival, is still celebrated with great fervor in Tamil Nadu.

Cola period (8th to 13th centuries)

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

ईरावती

Goddess

🇮🇳Hindi

ईरावती

ईश्वरी

🇮🇳Tamil

ஈராவதீ

கடவுள்

🇮🇳Telugu

ఈరావతీ

భగవతి

🇮🇳Marathi

Iraivati

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Goddess Durga

🇧🇩Bengali

Iraivati

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Goddess Durga

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