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Kathiravan

Shining like the sun

kah-thee-rah-vahn/kʊɦɪrəˈʋan/

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Lucky #
Monday
Lucky Day
Tamil Mythology
Origin
Male
Gender

Meaning & Origin

Kathiravan is the name of a prince from Tamil mythology, who was sent by his father, Lord Indra, to rescue his wife, Mohini, from the demon king Iravadhaman. The name 'Kathiravan' means 'shining like the sun' or 'rays ofof.sun'.

Spiritual meaning

Radiates inner light and strength

Language details

🕉️Sanskrit

Kunjarajan

the one who has the moon as his chariot

🇮🇳Hindi

कुठिरावन

the one who shines like the sun

🇮🇳Tamil

கதிரவன்

the one who shines like the sun

🇮🇳Telugu

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🇮🇳Marathi

Kathiravan

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Shining like the sun

🇧🇩Bengali

Kathiravan

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Shining like the sun

Pronunciation & Numerology

Pronunciation

kah-thee-rah-vahn

/kʊɦɪrəˈʋan/

Lucky number

3

Lucky day

Monday

Lucky colors

GoldYellow

Life path

5

Lucky stone

Sunstone

Cultural & Spiritual notes

Kathiravan is a popular character in Tamil literature and folklore. His story, which involves tests of loyalty, courage, and devotion, has been passed down through generations through oral traditions and written works. In modern times, Kathiravan has become a beloved hero in Tamil Nadu, and his story continues to inspire artists and storytellers. His tale of rescuing his wife and battling evil illustrates the importance of preserving relationships, protecting loved ones, and standing up against adversity.

In Hindu mythology, Kathiravan's name embodies the qualities of the sun. It represents light, power, and illumination. The sun is a symbol of the divine consciousness that illuminates all things. By adopting the name Kathiravan, one may symbolically embrace these qualities. Additionally, the story of Kathiravan highlights the power of devotion and loyalty to one's loved ones and the divine. Through this character's life, themes of courage, selflessness, and resilience in the face of adversity can be explored and explored.

Historical references

Notable people with this name

RajinikanthVijay SethupathiSuriya

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Variations & related names

KaathiraavaanKathirawan

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Shining like the sun