Meaning & Origin
Kali (dark) + das (servant) – A beautiful, skilled poet, often associated with Lord Shiva.
Spiritual meaning
A name inspired by the great Sanskrit poet, Kalidasa.
Language details
कालिदास
servant of Kali
कालिदास
कालि दास
காலிதாஸ்
காலி தாஸ்
కాలిదాశ్
కాలి దాశ్
Kalidas
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Beautiful, Skilled Poet
Kalidas
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Beautiful, Skilled Poet
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
Kal-ee-dahs
/kɑːlɪdɑːs/
Lucky number
3
Lucky day
Friday
Lucky colors
Life path
3
Lucky stone
Ruby
Cultural & Spiritual notes
Kalidas is widely regarded as one of the greatest Sanskrit poets and playwrights in world literature. His works have had a profound influence on Indian and world literature and continue to captivate audiences with their beauty, depth, and complexity. Some of his most famous works include "Meghaduta," "Ritu Samara," and the plays "Sakuntala" and "Abhijanana Shakuntalam."
The name Kalidas means "servant of Kali," the Hindu goddess of time, change, and creativity. The name reflects the poet's deep connection to the divine and his role as a vessel for expressing the creative power of the universe. In Hinduism, poetry and literature are considered sacred forms of expression that can connect the individual to the divine. By embracing the name Kalidas, the poet was acknowledging his role as a servant and channel for the divine creative force.
Historical references
Historical records show that Kalidasa's works The name Kalidas carried significant spiritual weight in that era.
e.g. classical period
Notable people with this name
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