Meaning & Origin
In Hindu mythology, the peacock is a symbol of beauty, grace, and good fortune. It is also associated with Lord Murugan and Lord Krishna.
Spiritual meaning
Embodying the essence of beauty and grace, Mayoor inspires one to strive for excellence in all aspects of life.
Language details
Mayūr
Garuda (bird)
मायूर
मायूर (गरुड़)
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Mayoor
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Peacock
Mayoor
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Peacock
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
my-oor
/mɑjʊr/
Lucky number
5
Lucky day
Saturday
Lucky colors
Life path
3
Lucky stone
Pearl
Cultural & Spiritual notes
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Historical references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
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