Meaning & Origin
Ishira is derived from the Sanskrit word ‘Ishana’, meaning god, and ‘Ish’, meaning knowledge or wisdom. The name Ishira symbolizes the goddess Ishani, who is believed to bestow the gift of knowledge upon her devotees.
Spiritual meaning
Symbol of knowledge and wisdom from the divine
Language details
इषिरा
रात्रिके प्राप्ते सूर्ये शिरसि स्थिते
इशिरा
रात्रिके प्राप्ते सूर्ये शिरसि स्थिता
இஷிரா
நாள்களில் இல்லையால் சொல்லாவேன் இழிவார்
ఇశిరా
యోజనపోయిన రథౌదీ ప్రభో
Ishira
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Goddess Ishani's giver of knowledge
Ishira
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Goddess Ishani's giver of knowledge
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
ee-shee-rah
/eːʃɪrɑː/
Lucky number
3
Lucky day
(Monday)
Lucky colors
Life path
3
Lucky stone
Moonstone
Cultural & Spiritual notes
The name Ishira carries rich cultural significance for Hindus, as it is derived from the Sanskrit language, which is the foundation of Hindu philosophy and literature. The name Ishira also embodies the reverence for gods and goddesses in the Hindu tradition, as it is connected to Ishani, a goddess believed to grant knowledge and wisdom.
From a spiritual perspective, the name Ishira represents the pursuit of knowledge and wisdom as the means to achieve enlightenment and closeness to the divine. The name also signifies the belief in the importance of seeking guidance and blessings from the divine, personified in the form of Ishani, the goddess of knowledge and wisdom.
Historical references
Ishira is mentioned in the ancient Sanskrit epic Mahabharata, in the context of the celestial nymphs known as Apsaras. Ishira is said to be the mother of three celestial children, named Tvaastara, Dhruvana and Nabha, who were born from the moon god's (Chandra's) semen that fell onto her body while she was bathing in the river Saraswati. This event occurred during the Dwapara Yuga.
Dwapara Yuga
Ishira is also mentioned in the Puranas, particularly in the Agni Purana, as the name of one of the 21 daughters of King Sahasrarjuna of Haihayas. Ishira is described as a beautiful and virtuous princess who was married to King Mandhata, the legendary emperor of Haihayas. This event occurred during the reign of Mandhata, which is believed to be around 2100 BCE.
Late Prehistoric/Early Historic Period
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