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KanyaHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Virgin, Maiden

Pronunciation: KAH-nyuh

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Name
Kanya
Meaning
Virgin, Maiden
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
KAH-nyuh
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Monday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Kanya mean?

Kanya is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Virgin". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: KAH-nyuh. Lucky number: 3. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Sanskrit

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कान्या

Girl, young woman, virgin, maiden

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

KAH-nyuh

IPA

kɑːnjɑː

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Kanya is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is Virgin. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Monday

Lucky Colors

YellowPink

Lucky Stone

Carnelian

Life Path Number

9

Numerology meaning: People with the life path number 9 are naturally gifted teachers, leaders, and humanitarians. They are compassionate and understanding, and have a strong desire to help others.

Personality

Personality Traits

CompassionateWiseV=VirtuousT=Thoughtful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes purity, innocence, and the power of the feminine divine.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The concept of a Guru is deeply ingrained in Indian culture. In ancient times, a Guru was considered to be an invisible bridge between the student and the divine. The student sought the Guru's blessings and guidance, and in turn, the Guru bestowed upon him the knowledge and wisdom that would lead him to enlightenment.
A Guru is seen as the embodiment of knowledge, wisdom, and spiritual guidance. He is the one who can help a seeker to understand the deeper Truths of life and to achieve spiritual growth. In Hinduism, the relationship between a student and his Guru is considered to be sacred and lifelong.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Kanya was an alternate name for the goddess Durga in her form as the virgin goddess, often depicted with seven heads and twelve arms.

8th to 13th centuries CE

In Hindu mythology, Kanya is also the name of the constellation Virgo, personified as the goddess of fertility, agriculture, and harvest.

Ancient India

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Kangana Ranaut

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

कान्या

Girl, young woman, virgin, maiden

🇮🇳Hindi

कान्या

कन्या

🇮🇳Tamil

காண்யா

அவ்வளவின் உயிர்

🇮🇳Telugu

కాణ్యా

అది ఎప్పుడు దేశియేళ్లేదు

🇮🇳Marathi

Kanya

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Virgin, Maiden

🇧🇩Bengali

Kanya

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Virgin, Maiden

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