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MithunHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Friend, ally, relationship

Pronunciation: me-THOO-n

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Name
Mithun
Meaning
Friend, ally, relationship
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
me-THOO-n
Lucky Number
6
6
Lucky Number
Friday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Mithun mean?

Mithun is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Friend". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: me-THOO-n. Lucky number: 6. 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.

मिथुन

Friend

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

me-THOO-n

IPA

/miˈðuːn/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

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

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

6

Lucky Day

Friday

Lucky Colors

WhitePink

Lucky Stone

Pearl

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Those with the life path number 3 are creative, expressive, and social beings. They are often charming, optimistic, and love to explore new ideas.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveWiseV = VirtuousT = Thoughtful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes the importance of relationships and unity in life.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Mithun holds significant cultural importance in the Hindu tradition, as it represents the bond of friendship and companionship. It is believed that a person named Mithun is likely to be a social and outgoing individual, exhibiting strong emotional connections and a supportive nature towards others. They are considered to be peacemakers and are often sought after in group settings for their ability to facilitate unity and harmony.
From a spiritual perspective, the name Mithun is associated with the divine qualities of love, compassion, and unity. It represents the understanding that true happiness and fulfillment come from forging meaningful connections with others and embracing the dualities of life. In Hindu mythology, the name is also associated with the deity Shiva, who is considered to be the embodiment of pure consciousness and unity, representing the ultimate state of self-realization.

Vedic Sanskrit origin · Root: Sanskrit/Mythology/Vedic · Named after Lord Indra, who is often referred to as 'Mithun' in the Rigveda, meaning 'two friends' or 'two powerful entities working together'

Historical Usage

Historical References

Mithun was an important king during the Gupta Empire in the 5th century CE. He is best known for his military conquests and for expanding the empire's territories.

5th century CE

Mithun Chakraborty is a famous Indian actor, born on June 16, 1950. He started his acting career in the late 1960s and became a popular figure in Bollywood cinema during the 1970s and 1980s.

Late 1960s to 1980s

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Mithun ChakrabortyMithun Manjrekar

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

मिथुन

Friend

🇮🇳Hindi

मिथून

मित्र

🇮🇳Tamil

மிதுன்

கோழி

🇮🇳Telugu

మిథున

మియేజేజే

🇮🇳Marathi

Mithun

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Friend, ally, relationship

🇧🇩Bengali

Mithun

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Friend, ally, relationship

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