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OnellaHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Lotus in Water

Pronunciation: OH-ne-lah

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Name
Onella
Meaning
Lotus in Water
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
OH-ne-lah
Lucky Number
9
9
Lucky Number
Friday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Onella mean?

Onella is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Lotus in Water". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: OH-ne-lah. 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.

Onella

हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है Lotus in Water

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

OH-ne-lah

IPA

/oˈnɛlːa/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Onella is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is Lotus in Water. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

9

Lucky Day

Friday

Lucky Colors

BluePink

Lucky Stone

Moonstone

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Those with a life path number 3 are naturally creative and artistic. They are also very social and love to be around people. They are often very passionate and have a strong desire to express themselves.

Personality

Personality Traits

CompassionateGracefulS = Serene

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Divine connection, inner peace

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Onella holds a rich cultural significance in the Hindu tradition. The lotus flower is an important symbol in Hinduism, representing purity, peace, and devotion. It is often used to describe the divine, as it grows in the muddy waters yet remains untouched. Naming a child Onella would connect them to this powerful symbol.
The name Onella carries an profound spiritual significance in Hinduism. The term 'Onnelli' signifies a lotus blooming in water. The lotus is a powerful and symbolic representation of the divine, growing in the muddy waters yet untouched and pure. The name Onella is believed to bestow upon its bearer, a strong connection to the divine and the inner peace that comes with it.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Onella, also referred to as Unnale, was a renowned Jaina scholar and philosopher who lived around the 9th to 12th centuries CE in the Karnataka region of India. She was a disciple of the Jaina monk and philosopher, Hemacandra, and is known for her extensive commentary on the Agama texts.

9th to 12th centuries CE

Onella, or Unnaya Devi, was a queen of the Hoysala Empire in the late 13th century CE. She is known for her role in the construction of the temple complex at Belur, where she is depicted as a divine figure holding a book, symbolizing her role as a patron of learning and education.

Late 13th century CE

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Onella Lorenzana, Filipino actressOnella D'Costa, Indian model and actress

Translations

Name Translations

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🕉️Sanskrit

Onella

हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है Lotus in Water

🇮🇳Hindi

Onella

हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है Lotus in Water

🇮🇳Tamil

Onella

இந்து பெயர் என்று பொருள் Lotus in Water

🇮🇳Telugu

Onella

హిందూ పేరు అంటే Lotus in Water

🇮🇳Marathi

Onella

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Lotus in Water

🇧🇩Bengali

Onella

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Lotus in Water

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