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Nupur

Jewel, precious gem

nu-pur/nʱu pʊr/

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7
Lucky #
Friday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Female
Gender

Meaning & Origin

Nupur is derived from the Sanskrit word 'nupura', which means 'jewel' or 'precious gem'. The name is associated with beauty, grace, and value. In Hindu mythology, the name Nupur is also used to describe the fragrant jasmine flower.

Spiritual meaning

Symbolizes the inner beauty and preciousness of an individual

Language details

🕉️Sanskrit

नुपुर

नु पुर

🇮🇳Hindi

नुपुर

नु पुर

🇮🇳Tamil

நுபுர்

நு புர

🇮🇳Telugu

నుపుర్

ను పుర

🇮🇳Marathi

Nupur

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Jewel, precious gem

🇧🇩Bengali

Nupur

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Jewel, precious gem

Pronunciation & Numerology

Pronunciation

nu-pur

/nʱu pʊr/

Lucky number

7

Lucky day

Friday

Lucky colors

BluePinkWhite

Life path

3

Lucky stone

Moonstone

Cultural & Spiritual notes

The name Nupur is popular in the Indian subcontinent, particularly among Hindus. It is a beautiful and unique name that evokes a sense of elegance and sophistication. Nupur is often given as a name to baby girls, and it is a common name among celebrities and influential people in India. The name Nupur is also used in various forms of Indian art, literature, and music.

In Hinduism, the name Nupur is believed to be auspicious and blessed. It is associated with the divine feminine and represents the idea of inner beauty and self-worth. The name Nupur is also believed to bring good fortune and success to the bearer. In Christianity, the name Nupur is not directly related to any religious symbolism, but it can be seen as a reminder of the precious nature of each individual, as children of God.

Historical references

Nupur was the name of a renowned Hindu queen of the Mauryan Empire in ancient India, around 321-185 BC. She was the wife of Emperor Ashoka and is believed to have played a significant role in spreading Buddhism through her influence over Ashoka.

321-185 BC

Another Nupur was a Jain princess, who lived during the 9th or 10th century AD. She is remembered for her piety and devotion to Jainism. According to legend, she renounced her royal life and became a mendicant, living in forests and practicing extreme self-denial. Her story is an inspiration for many Jains and is often recounted in Jain literature.

9th or 10th century AD

Notable people with this name

Nupur SanonNupur Nagar

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