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NahushaHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

King of the Snakes

Pronunciation: nuh-HOOSH-uh

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Name
Nahusha
Meaning
King of the Snakes
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
nuh-HOOSH-uh
Lucky Number
9
9
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Nahusha mean?

Nahusha is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "King of the Snakes". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: nuh-HOOSH-uh. Lucky number: 9. 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.

नहुष

King of the Snakes

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

nuh-HOOSH-uh

IPA

/nəˈhuːʃə/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Nahusha is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is King of the Snakes. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

9

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

RedOrange

Lucky Stone

Ruby

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: The number 3 is associated with creativity, self-expression, and communication. It is a number of growth, expansion, and self-realization.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveWiseLoyalV = VirtuousK = KindT = ThoughtfulD = Determined

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes transformation and wisdom

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

Nahusha's story is a cautionary tale of arrogance, hubris, and retribution in Indian mythology. He was a powerful king, boasted of his abilities, and was eventually punished by being turned into a serpent and made to wander the earth forever. His story continues to be retold through various folktales and literature, and serves as a reminder of the consequences of pride and overreach.
In Hindu mythology, Nahusha represents the principle of "Kama," desire or desire for sensual pleasures, taken to an excessive level. His story underscores the inherent dangers of letting desire rule one's actions and consequences. Despite his position of power and wealth, Nahusha's desire for immortality and the distraction of his wife's infidelity led him to lose his kingdom and his human form. Nahusha's story thus serves as a reminder to engage in desires in moderation and to prioritize spiritual growth and righteous acts above sensual pleasures.

Cultural Hindu name · Root: Sanskrit root नः (nah) and हुष् (huṣ) · Nahusha is a character in Hindu mythology, but not a Vedic deity.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Nahusha was a king in ancient Indian mythology, who was cursed by the sage Vyasa and transformed into a serpent.

Vedic period

Nahusha is also mentioned in the Mahabharata as the father of Yayati, who was the ancestor of the Pandavas.

Epic period

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

RajinikanthAmitabh Bachchan

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

नहुष

King of the Snakes

🇮🇳Hindi

नहुश

सarp का राजा

🇮🇳Tamil

நகுசன்

எலும்புகளின் அரசன்

🇮🇳Telugu

నహుష

సర్ప రాజ

🇮🇳Marathi

Nahusha

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे King of the Snakes

🇧🇩Bengali

Nahusha

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ King of the Snakes

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