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RajendraHindu Male Hindu name meaning

Raj: rule, Indra: rain god

Pronunciation: rah-JEN-drah

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Name
Rajendra
Meaning
Raj: rule, Indra: rain god
Origin
Hindu
Religion
Hindu
Language
Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
rah-JEN-drah
Lucky Number
9
9
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Hindu
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Rajendra mean?

Rajendra is a male name from Hindu origin meaning "Raj: rule". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: rah-JEN-drah. 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.

राजेन्द्र

Ruler of the Kingdom, King

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

rah-JEN-drah

IPA

/rɑdʒeːnˈd̪rɑ/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Hindu

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Rajendra is listed as a hindu male name with Hindu origin. Its meaning is Raj: rule. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

9

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

BlueGold

Lucky Stone

Ruby

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Creativity, self-expression, and communication

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveConfidentStrong-willedProtectiveDetermined

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes courage, strength, and leadership

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Rajendra is derived from Sanskrit words "Raja" which means king and "Indra" which is the name of the Hindu rain god. The name Rajendra suggests a powerful ruler, much like Indra who had control over the rains and weather, and was considered the king of gods.
The name Rajendra not only carries a temporal influence but also has a spiritual significance. The name Rajendra signifies one who rules with divinity, much like Indra who was not just a rain god, but also the god of lightning, thunder, and war.

Vedic Sanskrit origin · Root: Sanskrit/Mythology/Vedic · Rajendra is a name mentioned in various Vedic texts, including the Mahabharata and the Ramayana. It is a common name among Hindu rulers and scholars.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Rajendra Chola I, the greatest among the Chola kings, ascended the throne in 957 AD. He is most famous for his military campaigns, which expanded the Chola Empire to its maximum territorial reach.

957 AD

Rajendra Prasad, the first President of independent India, was born on December 5, 1884. He played a leading role in India's struggle for freedom from the British rule and served as the President from 1950 till his death in 1962.

1884-1962

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Rajendra Prasad: First President of IndiaRajendra Khansa: Renowned Sanskrit scholar

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

राजेन्द्र

Ruler of the Kingdom, King

🇮🇳Hindi

राजेन्द्र

राजा (Rājā) + इंद्र (Indra): राजा हुआ जो किंवादितिय राजा है जो किंवा देवता इंद्र के साथ है

🇮🇳Tamil

ராஜேந்திர

King, Ruler

🇮🇳Telugu

రాజే����nd్ర

King, Ruler

🇮🇳Marathi

Rajendra

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Raj: rule, Indra: rain god

🇧🇩Bengali

Rajendra

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Raj: rule, Indra: rain god

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