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KishoriHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Goddess of beauty and grace

Pronunciation: ki-SOR-ee

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Name
Kishori
Meaning
Goddess of beauty and grace
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
ki-SOR-ee
Lucky Number
6
6
Lucky Number
Sunday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Kishori mean?

Kishori is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Goddess of beauty and grace". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: ki-SOR-ee. Lucky number: 6. 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.

किषोर

युवावन, युवाति, युवादेवता, जुवन

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

ki-SOR-ee

IPA

/kiʃoɾi/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Kishori is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is Goddess of beauty and grace. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

6

Lucky Day

Sunday

Lucky Colors

PinkRedGold

Lucky Stone

Rose Quartz

Life Path Number

6

Numerology meaning: Creative, loving, and nurturing. Kishori individuals have a strong sense of self, and are often drawn to the arts and beauty. They have a natural ability to inspire and uplift others.

Personality

Personality Traits

GracefulBeautifulJoyfulV = VirtuousT = Thoughtful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes the divine feminine energy, beauty, and nurturing qualities.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name 'Kishori' is rooted in the rich cultural heritage of Hinduism. It is a revered and cherished name among Hindu communities, symbolizing beauty, grace, and the embodiment of youthfulness.
The spiritual significance of the name 'Kishori' lies in its association with the divine consort of Lord Shiva, Goddess Parvati. Kishori is an embodiment of the feminine divine, who is worshipped for her exquisite beauty, compassion, and nurturing qualities. It is believed that invoking the blessings of Goddess Kishori can bring joy, prosperity, and happiness into one's life.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Kishori is a name of the goddess Lakshmi in Hinduism. The name Kishori carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

Classical Hinduism

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Kishori Shahane, Indian actressKishori Amonkar, Indian classical singer

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

किषोर

युवावन, युवाति, युवादेवता, जुवन

🇮🇳Hindi

किषोरी

युवान, किषोर

🇮🇳Tamil

கிஷோரி

கீழ்வாளர், ஜுவனம்

🇮🇳Telugu

కిశోరి

జుయేశ్వర, జుయేశ్వరి

🇮🇳Marathi

Kishori

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Goddess of beauty and grace

🇧🇩Bengali

Kishori

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Goddess of beauty and grace

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