Meaning & Origin
Mayur is a Sanskrit name derived from the word 'Mayura' which means peacock. In Hindu mythology, the peacock is considered a sacred bird, symbolizing wealth, prosperity, and the grace of the gods. The name Mayur is believed to bring good fortune and joy.
Spiritual meaning
Symbolizes the grace and beauty of the divine.
Language details
मयूर
पेड़ में वह पत्र जिसका नाम है जिससे पढ़ता हुआ विकसित होता है, यानि मायूर पत्र (Peacock feather)
मायूर
पीठामारा
மயுர்
போக்கும் அழையாளம்
మెయూర్
పెయ్జోఖెయ్య పొట్టేజేయుదు
Mayur
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Peacock
Mayur
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Peacock
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
my-oor
/məjʊr/
Lucky number
3
Lucky day
Saturday
Lucky colors
Life path
3
Lucky stone
Emerald
Cultural & Spiritual notes
Peacock feathers have been used in royal headdresses, decorations, and fan motifs for centuries in Indian art and culture. The peacock is also the national bird of India and is seen as a symbol of power and status.
In Hinduism, the peacock is one of the Vahanas (vehicles) of Lord Mahadeva, the God of Destruction. It is also associated with Lord Murugan or Kartikeya, the God of War and Victory, and Lord Indra, the God of Rain and Thunder. The peacock's beautiful plumage is said to represent the power of transformation and the attainment of spiritual enlightenment.
Vedic name • Root: Sanskrit/Mythology/Vedic • The name of the peacock, the vehicle of Lord Indra, and also of Lord Murugan in Tamil and Lord Ganesha in Maharashtra.
Historical references
Mayur was the name of a legendary king in ancient India, who ruled over the Vidarbha region in Maharashtra. He is remembered for his valor and justice in Indian folklore.
2nd Century BCE
Mayur is also the name of a legendary bird in Hindu mythology, symbolizing happiness, prosperity, and good fortune. It is depicted with feathers like peacock, and its flesh is believed to be delicious and nourishing.
Ancient India
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