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MonuHindu Male (Hindi) name meaning

Mountain

Pronunciation: moh-nu

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Name
Monu
Meaning
Mountain
Origin
(Hindi)
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
moh-nu
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
(Hindi)
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Monu mean?

Monu is a male name from (Hindi) origin meaning "Mountain". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: moh-nu. Lucky number: 3. 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.

Monu

हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है Mountain

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

moh-nu

IPA

/moːnu/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

(Hindi)

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Monu is listed as a hindu male name with (Hindi) origin. Its meaning is Mountain. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

OrangeBrown

Lucky Stone

Tiger Eye

Life Path Number

5

Numerology meaning: People with the life path number 5 are known for their versatility, creativity, and adaptability.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveStrongV = VirtuousT = Thoughtful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes strength and stability, rooted in tradition and culture.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Kamal means "lotus" in Sanskrit, representing beauty and purity in Hindu culture.
Kamal symbolizes detachment and spiritual growth, as the lotus grows in murky water yet remains untouched by it.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Monu was a Jat ruler of the Mewat region in the late 14th to early 15th century CE. He is known for his military prowess and skillful leadership during the conflicts with the Delhi Sultanate.

Late 14th to early 15th century CE

Another Monu, who ruled the Malwa region in central India around the 1550s CE, is believed to have been a Rajput king. He is known for leading the Malwa forces against the Mughal invaders, including Emperor Akbar.

Around 1550s CE

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

Monu

हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है Mountain

🇮🇳Hindi

Monu

हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है Mountain

🇮🇳Tamil

Monu

இந்து பெயர் என்று பொருள் Mountain

🇮🇳Telugu

Monu

హిందూ పేరు అంటే Mountain

🇮🇳Marathi

Monu

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Mountain

🇧🇩Bengali

Monu

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Mountain

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