Meaning & Origin
She who delights, pleases or charms
Spiritual meaning
A name for the divine goddess of love, beauty and joy
Language details
मृदुला
Soft, gentle, tender
मृदुला
मृदु (mṛdu) + ला (lā)
மிர்டுலா
இலவது (ilavathu)
మృదుల
మృదు (mṛdu) + ల (l)
Mridula
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Delightful
Mridula
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Delightful
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
me-RID-oo-lah
ˈmᵹrɪdʊlə
Lucky number
5
Lucky day
Friday
Lucky colors
Life path
3
Lucky stone
Carnelian
Cultural & Spiritual notes
The name "Mridula" in Hindu culture signifies grace, charm, and enchantment. It is believed that a person named Mridula possesses innate qualities of delighting and pleasing those around them. The name is also connected to ancient Goddesses such as Mridula (a form of Parvati), who is celebrated for her alluring beauty and captivating power. The name "Mridula" is particularly popular in regions of South India, marking its deep-rooted cultural significance there.
From a spiritual perspective, the name "Mridula" signifies the power to bring joy and happiness to others, distinguishing a person as a source of positive energy. The name is also believed to invoke the energy and blessings of the Goddesses known for their grace and charm. A person named Mridula is considered to be a spiritual embodiment of these unique qualities, reflecting their innate ability to delight and pleasing others with their presence, actions, and speech.
Vedic name • Root: Sanskrit/Mythology/Vedic • The name 'Mridula' is of Vedic origin and is derived from the Sanskrit word मृदुल (mṛdula), which means 'soft, gentle, tender'. It is a common name in Hindu mythology, where it is used for various deities and characters.
Historical references
Mridula is an important character in the Hindu epic Mahabharata. She is the mother of Bhima, the strongest of the five Pandava brothers. Bhima was born to King Vibhishana, who was an ally of the Pandavas, and Hidimba, a demoness. Mridula is mentioned in the epic as the name of Hidimba's human form.
Circa 3000 BCE
In Hindu mythology, Mridula is also referred to as the goddess of love and affection, and is believed to be an incarnation of Goddess Parvati. She is often depicted holding a lotus flower and is believed to bestow blessings of love and happiness on her devotees.
Circa 1000 BCE to present day
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