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RajiniHindu Male Hindu name meaning

Queen, Ruler

Pronunciation: rah-jee-nee

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Name
Rajini
Meaning
Queen, Ruler
Origin
Hindu
Religion
Hindu
Language
Sanskrit, Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
rah-jee-nee
Lucky Number
9
9
Lucky Number
Sunday
Lucky Day
Hindu
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Rajini mean?

Rajini is a male name from Hindu origin meaning "Queen". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: rah-jee-nee. 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.

राजिनी

rājinī

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

rah-jee-nee

IPA

rɑːdʒɪnɪ

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Hindu

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Rajini is listed as a hindu male name with Hindu origin. Its meaning is Queen. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

9

Lucky Day

Sunday

Lucky Colors

GoldOrange

Lucky Stone

Ruby

Life Path Number

2

Numerology meaning: Relationships and partnerships, emotional and loving, sensitive, caring, diplomatic

Personality

Personality Traits

ConfidentStrongDeterminedComplexIntrospectiveMysterious

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

One who has control over her senses and mind, a queen of her own inner world

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Rajini holds significant cultural weight in the Hindu community, where it is associated with strength, power, and leadership. Rajini is a name that has been borne by several famous figures in Hindu mythology and history, including goddesses and powerful kings. This name has been passed down through generations as a symbol of power and strong leadership, inspiring many to strive for success and dominance in their personal and professional lives.
In a spiritual context, the name Rajini signifies one's inner strength and ability to rule over one's own mind, emotions, and actions. It is a reminder to take control of one's thoughts and aspirations, and to lead a life with intention and purpose. The name Rajini also symbolizes the divine feminine energy of Shakti, the goddess of power, strength, and creativity. By embodying the qualities of this name, one can tap into their inner strength and manifest their desires in the physical world.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Rajaraja Chola I (1014-1016 CE) was a great ruler in the Chola dynasty of ancient India. He is known as Rajadhirajan, or 'Rajini' in Tamil, meaning the king of kings. He extended Chola territories to include the entire Coromandel Coast and parts of modern-day Tamil Nadu, Sri Lanka, and Maldives.

1014-1016 CE

Rani Chennamma (circa 1502-1528 CE), a warrior queen of the Sangama Dynasty in the Kingdom of Bellary in southern India, is popularly known as Rajini. She led a successful resistance against the invading Vijayanagara Empire and later the Portuguese. Her name, which means 'queen', reflects her status and courage in the face of adversity.

1502-1528 CE

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Rajini MondalRajini VaidyanathRajini Vijay

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

राजिनी

rājinī

🇮🇳Hindi

राजिनी

राजिनी

🇮🇳Tamil

ராஜினி

ராஜினி

🇮🇳Telugu

రాజినీ

రాజినీ

🇮🇳Marathi

Rajini

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Queen, Ruler

🇧🇩Bengali

Rajini

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Queen, Ruler

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