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PandeyHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Servant of God

Pronunciation: pan-DAY

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Name
Pandey
Meaning
Servant of God
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
pan-DAY
Lucky Number
5
5
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Pandey mean?

Pandey is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Servant of God". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: pan-DAY. Lucky number: 5. 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.

Pandey

हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है Servant of God

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

pan-DAY

IPA

pɑːndɛː

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Pandey is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is Servant of God. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

5

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

GoldBlue

Lucky Stone

Emerald

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Those with a life path number 3 are creative, artistic, and social. They have a great desire for self-expression and a need for beauty and harmony.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveWiseV = VirtuousT = Thoughtful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Dedication to the divine

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The surname Pandey became prominent during the British rule in India, when it was the most common eccentric Indian surname used by translators, teachers, and men of letters who written in Hindi or Urdu and familiar with Sanskrit, among other Indians.
The name Pandey carries a strong spiritual significance in Hindu culture. The name is a reminder of the role of service to the divine. It signifies a deep connection to spiritual traditions and values. Pandey is also a symbol of the devoted servant of God or the Guru. The name is a constant reminder to remain humble and selfless in one's actions and deeds.

Historical Usage

Historical References

The Pandey family is an influential and ancient Rajput clan of India, who trace their origin to the legendary Rajput king Raja Bhoj. The Pandey Rajputs were traditionally the rulers of the region now known as Bundelkhand in central India. They are mentioned in medieval chronicles and oral traditions.

Medieval Period

During the Indian independence movement, several prominent figures associated with the Indian National Congress were named Pandey. Notable among them were Hriday Nath Kunzru Pandey, a lawyer and politician from Allahabad, and Ram Manohar Lohia, a socialist and leftist leader from Uttar Pradesh. These Pandey leaders were active in the freedom struggle against the British Raj in the early 20th century.

Early 20th Century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Amitabh BachchanAnupam KherPankaj Tripathi

Translations

Name Translations

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🕉️Sanskrit

Pandey

हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है Servant of God

🇮🇳Hindi

Pandey

हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है Servant of God

🇮🇳Tamil

Pandey

இந்து பெயர் என்று பொருள் Servant of God

🇮🇳Telugu

Pandey

హిందూ పేరు అంటే Servant of God

🇮🇳Marathi

Pandey

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Servant of God

🇧🇩Bengali

Pandey

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Servant of God

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