Meaning & Origin
Jalvika is a Sanskrit name derived from the words ‘jalam’ meaning water and ‘vika’ meaning movement or flow. The name is attributed to the goddess of rivers, evoking the image of a graceful and powerful deity. In Hindu mythology, Jalvika is believed to bring abundance, prosperity, and strength.
Spiritual meaning
Symbolizes the nurturing and life-giving power of water.
Language details
जल्विका
वज्रिका + का
जल्विका
जल (Jal) + विका (Vikā)
ஜல்விகா
ஜலம் (Jalam) + விகா (Vikā)
జల్విక
జల (Jalam) + విక (Vika)
Jalvika
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Goddess of river
Jalvika
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Goddess of river
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
jahl-VEE-kah
/dʒəlʋɪ dʒɪkɑ/
Lucky number
5
Lucky day
Friday
Lucky colors
Life path
2
Lucky stone
Pearl
Cultural & Spiritual notes
The name Jalvika is closely connected to water, an essential element in Indian culture. Water symbolizes purity, nourishment, and life, and is revered in Hinduism as a goddess in her own right (Ganga Mata). The name thus carries a sense of vitality and freshness.
Jalvika's meaning is deeply tied to the spiritual belief in the power of water. In Hinduism, water is considered sacred, and rivers are thought to be the abode of gods and goddesses. Jalvika evokes the deities of water, and convey a sense of divine presence, grace, and nourishment. The name is believed to bring blessings of prosperity, peace, and strength.
Historical references
Jalvika is mentioned in the ancient Indian epic Mahabharata, as the name of a Yaksha (mythological being) who was the guardian of a lake.
circa 400 BCE
Another reference to Jalvika is in the 12th century Sanskrit play 'Mrigavadhava' by Kalidasa, where Jalvika is depicted as the name of a king.
circa 12th century CE
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