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NarahariHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Lord of the man-lion

Pronunciation: nā-rah-ā-rē

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Name
Narahari
Meaning
Lord of the man-lion
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
nā-rah-ā-rē
Lucky Number
7
7
Lucky Number
(Thursday)
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Narahari mean?

Narahari is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Lord of the man-lion". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: nā-rah-ā-rē. Lucky number: 7. 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.

नरहरि

नरशक्तिः

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

nā-rah-ā-rē

IPA

/nəɾə həɾi/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Narahari is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is Lord of the man-lion. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

7

Lucky Day

(Thursday)

Lucky Colors

RedGold

Lucky Stone

Ruby

Life Path Number

5

Numerology meaning: Those with the life path number 5 are known to be very adaptable, intelligent, and versatile.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveStrongV = VirtuousT = Thoughtful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbol of divine protection and strength.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Narahari stands for the fusion of two powerful entities - the human and the divine. This name is deeply rooted in Hindu mythology and represents the victory of good over evil. In the Hindu epic Mahabharata, Lord Narasimha, the fourth avatar of Lord Vishnu, is shown saving Prince Hiranyakashipu's son, Prahlada, from his demon father. The story portrays the fierce manifestation of the deity in the form of a man-lion, thus creating a significant impact on Hindu culture and belief systems.
In the spiritual context, the name Narahari signifies divinity within humanity. It is a reminder that the divine and the human are not separate entities, but are interconnected. The name symbolizes the divine presence in all of us, the potential for us to overcome our individual challenges and evils, and the promise of the ultimate victory of good over evil. Narahari also represents the idea that true strength comes from within, and that we are all capable of accessing that inner power to protect and serve ourselves and others.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Narahari is an avatar of the god Vishnu, specifically identified with the deity Narasimha. The name Narahari is derived from 'Nara' (man) and 'Hari' (God Vishnu). The legend of Narasimha is described in the Puranas, particularly the Bhagavata Purana, and is part of the larger Hindu epic Mahabharata.

1st millennium BCE

Another reference to Narahari comes from the medieval Indian kingdom of Chalukya dynasty (566–1247 CE) in the Deccan Plateau. King Bijjala II (r. 1155–1173 CE), a Jaina king, is said to have taken the name 'Narahari' to honor the god Narasimha, in order to protect his kingdom from Muslim invaders.

12th century CE

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Narahari Rama RaoNarahari Sitaraman

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

नरहरि

नरशक्तिः

🇮🇳Hindi

नरहरी

नरशक्ति

🇮🇳Tamil

நரஹரி

நராழ்வார்

🇮🇳Telugu

నరహరి

నరశక్తి

🇮🇳Marathi

Narahari

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Lord of the man-lion

🇧🇩Bengali

Narahari

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Lord of the man-lion

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