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MayoorHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Peacock

Pronunciation: my-oor

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Name
Mayoor
Meaning
Peacock
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
my-oor
Lucky Number
5
5
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Mayoor mean?

Mayoor is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Peacock". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: my-oor. Lucky number: 5. 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.

Mayūr

Garuda (bird)

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

my-oor

IPA

/mɑjʊr/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

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

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

5

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

BlueGreen

Lucky Stone

Pearl

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Those with a life path number 3 are creative, artistic, and sociable. They are often natural communicators and thrive in social environments.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveVibrantV = Virtuous

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Embodying the essence of beauty and grace, Mayoor inspires one to strive for excellence in all aspects of life.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name "Mayoor" is derived from the Hindi word for peacock, which is a symbol of beauty, grace, and good fortune in Hindu culture. Peacocks are associated with various Hindu deities, including Lord Murugan, Lord Krishna, and Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, abundance, and prosperity. In Indian art and literature, peacocks are often depicted in temples, palaces, and royal courtyards, reflecting their status as powerful and majestic beings.
In Hinduism, the peacock symbolizes the attainment of spiritual perfection and the unfolding of inner beauty. The peacock's iridescent plumage is said to represent the infinite varieties of spiritual experiences that one can achieve through the pursuit of knowledge and self-realization. The peacock's eyes, with their uniquely shaped "eyes within eyes," are believed to represent the third eye, or the inner wisdom and intuition that comes with spiritual growth. In this sense, the name "Mayoor" can be seen as a reminder of the beauty and spiritual potential that exists within each of us, waiting to be discovered and expressed.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Mayura-mangala, a poem by the 13th-century Tamil poet-saint, Thirumoolar, describes Lord Murugan as Mayooram Parasamalar, meaning the one who has the peacock as his vehicle and flag.

13th century

Mayura, the name of the celestial peacock who is the vehicle of the god Indra in Hindu mythology. According to the Mahabharata, Mayura was once a demon named Mayuravana who was granted immortality by a boon, but was later killed by Indra, who then took Mayura as his vehicle.

Ancient Hindu mythology

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Mayoor KangaroobamMayoor Patel

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

Mayūr

Garuda (bird)

🇮🇳Hindi

मायूर

मायूर (गरुड़)

🇮🇳Tamil

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🇮🇳Telugu

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🇮🇳Marathi

Mayoor

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Peacock

🇧🇩Bengali

Mayoor

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Peacock

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