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MangalaHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Auspicious, Fortunate

Pronunciation: mahn-GAH-lah

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Name
Mangala
Meaning
Auspicious, Fortunate
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
mahn-GAH-lah
Lucky Number
9
9
Lucky Number
Tuesday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Mangala mean?

Mangala is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Auspicious". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: mahn-GAH-lah. Lucky number: 9. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Sanskrit

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मङ्गला

Auspicious, Fortunate

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

mahn-GAH-lah

IPA

mɑŋɡlɑː

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

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

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

9

Lucky Day

Tuesday

Lucky Colors

RedGold

Lucky Stone

Ruby

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Creativity, Self-expression, and Adventure

Personality

Personality Traits

CompassionateLoyalWiseVK

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes good luck, abundance, and auspiciousness.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name "Mangala" is believed to bring good luck and prosperity in various aspects of life. In Hindu weddings, the bride and groom are often blessed by the goddess Mangala, symbolizing the arrival of abundance, happiness, and harmony in their newly wedded life. The name is frequently used as a prefix to the names of girls in India, reflecting the cultural belief that a child with such a name will be blessed with good fortune and happiness.
In Hinduism, the name "Mangala" holds significant spiritual importance as it is associated with the goddess Mangala, who embodies the qualities of abundance, prosperity, good luck, and protection. The name serves as a reminder of the divine presence of the deity and helps instill a sense of trust and belief in her powers and blessings. It is believed that invoking the energy of the goddess Mangala can bring positive changes in one's life and help overcome various challenges and obstacles.

Vedic Sanskrit origin · Root: Mangalam (Sanskrit) · Mangala is the name of the planet Mars and the goddess of prosperity and good fortune in Hinduism. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word 'mangal' meaning 'auspicious'.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Mangala is a Sanskrit name that is derived from the word 'Mangal', which means 'auspicious' or 'fortune'. It is a common name among Hindus, especially in South India. This name is believed to bring good luck and prosperity.

Ancient India (circa 1500 BCE to 1000 CE)

Another reference to the name Mangala can be found in the ancient Indian epic, the Mahabharata. In this text, Mangala is the name of the asterism or constellation that is associated with Mars. This asterism is considered to be auspicious and is believed to bring good luck and prosperity to those who are born under its influence.

Ancient India (circa 400 BCE)

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Translations

Name Translations

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🕉️Sanskrit

मङ्गला

Auspicious, Fortunate

🇮🇳Hindi

मंगला

शुभ, सफलता

🇮🇳Tamil

மங்கலா

உருவாக வாழ்வு, போராட்சியால் வாழ்வு

🇮🇳Telugu

మంగల

శబ్ద, పూజేశ్వర

🇮🇳Marathi

Mangala

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Auspicious, Fortunate

🇧🇩Bengali

Mangala

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Auspicious, Fortunate

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