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KaustubhHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Golden Tummo, Auspicious

Pronunciation: kaw-stuhb

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Name
Kaustubh
Meaning
Golden Tummo, Auspicious
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
kaw-stuhb
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Thursday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Kaustubh mean?

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

Source Language

Meaning in Sanskrit

Sanskrit is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

कौस्तुभ

कौशल्यूप्त (Kaushalya-uptha)

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

kaw-stuhb

IPA

/kəʊˈstʊbʜ/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Kaustubh is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is Golden Tummo. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Thursday

Lucky Colors

GoldRedYellow

Lucky Stone

Pearl

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: People with a life path number 3 are creative, artistic, and sociable. They are natural communicators, have a great sense of humor, and thrive in social environments.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveWiseV = VirtuousT = Thoughtful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes inner wisdom, courage, and positive energy.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

In Hindu culture, Kaustubh is an auspicious name that holds much significance. It is a dignified and revered name that is often given to newborn boys. In Hindu mythology, Lord Vishnu is depicted as wearing the Kaustubh gem on his chest. This concept is deeply ingrained in Hindu tradition and symbolizes the auspicious nature of the name.
Kaustubh is a spiritually significant name as it is linked to Lord Vishnu. In Hinduism, Lord Vishnu is worshipped as the preserver of the universe. The wearing of the Kaustubh gem is believed to bestow the wearer with his blessings of prosperity, protection, and good fortune. It is also believed that the name Kaustubh brings positive energy and happiness, and is seen as a symbol of spiritual wealth and success.

Historical Usage

Historical References

The name Kaustubh is mentioned in the Mahabharata, an ancient Indian epic. It is the name of a gem worn by Lord Vishnu, considered sacred and powerful.

circa 400 BCE

Another reference to Kaustubh is found in the Puranas, a set of Hindu scriptures. It is believed that the Kaustubh gem was originally found in the ocean of churning, along with other divine treasures.

circa 500 CE - 1000 CE

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Kaustubh Belapurkar - Indian Classical SingerKaustubh Radhakrishna - Indian Comedian and Actor

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

कौस्तुभ

कौशल्यूप्त (Kaushalya-uptha)

🇮🇳Hindi

कौस्तुभ

कौशल्यापूर्ण (Kaushalya-puran)

🇮🇳Tamil

கௌஸ்துப்

கௌஷ்ஜியம் பெற்றன் (Kaushjyam peran)

🇮🇳Telugu

కౌస్థూభ

కౌశ్యేశ్యోపథే (Kaushyeshya-upatha)

🇮🇳Marathi

Kaustubh

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Golden Tummo, Auspicious

🇧🇩Bengali

Kaustubh

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Golden Tummo, Auspicious

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