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Madan

God of Love

mah-dahnməd̪an

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9
Lucky #
Saturday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

Meaning & Origin

Madan is a Sanskrit name, derived from the word 'mada' meaning intoxication or infatuation. In Hindu mythology, Madan is the god of love and desire, often depicted as riding on a chariot pulled by white horses. He is also known as Manmadh or Kamadeva.

Spiritual meaning

Symbolizes the intoxicating power of love and desire, driving us towards our deepest passions and motivations.

Language details

🕉️Sanskrit

मदन

Delight, Pleasure

🇮🇳Hindi

मदन

मद

🇮🇳Tamil

மதன்

ஆகாரம், ஆங்குதல்

🇮🇳Telugu

మదన్

మదన

🇮🇳Marathi

Madan

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे God of Love

🇧🇩Bengali

Madan

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ God of Love

Pronunciation & Numerology

Pronunciation

mah-dahn

məd̪an

Lucky number

9

Lucky day

Saturday

Lucky colors

RedPink

Life path

6

Lucky stone

Ruby

Cultural & Spiritual notes

The name Madan carries a deep cultural significance in Hinduism, as it is associated with the god of love and desire. This name is often bestowed upon children born in families where love, romance, and passion are highly valued. In India, it is still quite common for parents to name their child after a deity or god, and Madan is no exception. This name is also celebrated during various Hindu festivals, especially those dedicated to love and relationships, such as Holi or Valentine's Day.

Spiritually, the name Madan represents the deeper human emotions of love, attraction, and infatuation. In Hinduism, these emotions are seen as part of the divine, as they are expressions of the eternal desire for union with the divine source. The god Madan is often depicted as a symbol of this divine love, and his name reminds us of the importance of nurturing our own emotional connections with others and with the divine. Additionally, the name Madan can be seen as a reminder to approach all relationships with an open heart and a deep sense of gratitude for the divine gift of love.

Cultural name • Root: Sanskrit • Madan is not a Vedic name, but it's derived from the Sanskrit word 'Madana' which means 'God of Love' and is mentioned in various Indian texts, including the Mahabharata.

Historical references

Madan was a famous Mahabharata warrior from the Kaurava clan. He is known for his valor and his deep friendship with Bhishma Pitamaha.

circa 3100 BC

Madana was a name for the Hindu god Shiva in his form as the enchanting, love-struck god of desire. He is often depicted with his wife Rati.

Unknown

Notable people with this name

Madan Lal DhingraMadan Pillai

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Variations & related names

Maadaan

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