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PintuHindu Male Hindu name meaning

Little One

Pronunciation: pi-nu

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Name
Pintu
Meaning
Little One
Origin
Hindu
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
pi-nu
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Moon Day
Lucky Day
Hindu
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Pintu mean?

Pintu is a male name from Hindu origin meaning "Little One". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: pi-nu. Lucky number: 3. 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.

Pintu

हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है Little One

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

pi-nu

IPA

pĩtu

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Hindu

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Pintu is listed as a hindu male name with Hindu origin. Its meaning is Little One. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Moon Day

Lucky Colors

GoldYellow

Lucky Stone

Citrine

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-expression. People with a life path number 3 are often very expressive, artistic, and imaginative.

Personality

Personality Traits

PlayfulCuriousAffectionateResourcefulCleverIndependent

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A humble soul on the path towards enlightenment.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Pintu is a common name in India and is used primarily in the Hindi-speaking regions. It is often used as a term of endearment for a little one due to its gentle and affectionate connotation. It is also used to describe someone who is small, insignificant or unimportant in the eyes of the world.
In Hindu and Buddhist spiritual traditions, the name Pintu carries a deeper meaning. It represents the idea of a small, humble or insignificant soul on the path towards self-realization and enlightenment. The term 'pinda' is also used in Hindu and Buddhist rituals, referring to the clay pellets used in cremation ceremonies. The use of the term signifies the idea that even the smallest and seemingly insignificant parts of the universe hold immense spiritual significance and are worthy of respect and reverence.

Historical Usage

Historical References

In Hindu mythology, Pintu is the name of a divine being mentioned in the ancient Hindu sacred texts, the Vedas and the Puranas. He is considered as the son of Lord Indra, the king of gods.

Ancient India, around 1500 BCE to 500 CE

Another reference to Pintu is found in the Jain literature. He is mentioned as a disciple of Mahavira, the 24th Tirthankara. Pintu is considered to have been a sincere and devoted follower of Mahavira, and is remembered for his spiritual achievements.

6th Century BCE

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

Pintu

हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है Little One

🇮🇳Hindi

पिन्तू

Spotted

🇮🇳Tamil

Pintu

இந்து பெயர் என்று பொருள் Little One

🇮🇳Telugu

Pintu

హిందూ పేరు అంటే Little One

🇮🇳Marathi

Pintu

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Little One

🇧🇩Bengali

Pintu

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Little One

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