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Rajendra

Raj: rule, Indra: rain god

rah-JEN-drah/rɑdʒeːnˈd̪rɑ/

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9
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Saturday
Lucky Day
Hindu
Origin
male
Gender

Meaning & Origin

One who rules like the rain god Indra

Spiritual meaning

Symbolizes courage, strength, and leadership

Language details

🕉️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

Pronunciation & Numerology

Pronunciation

rah-JEN-drah

/rɑdʒeːnˈd̪rɑ/

Lucky number

9

Lucky day

Saturday

Lucky colors

BlueGold

Life path

3

Lucky stone

Ruby

Cultural & Spiritual notes

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 name • 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Historical references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

Notable people with this name

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

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Variations & related names

Raajendraa

Frequently Asked Questions

Raj: rule, Indra: rain god