NameVerse — Name Meaning & Origin Guides

RatikantaHindu Male Hindu name meaning

Ruler of the night

Pronunciation: ruh-tee-kahn-tuh

Share this page
Name
Ratikanta
Meaning
Ruler of the night
Origin
Hindu
Religion
Hindu
Language
Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
ruh-tee-kahn-tuh
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Hindu
Origin
Male
Gender

Quick Answer

Meaning Summary

A concise answer for featured snippets and voice search.

What does Ratikanta mean?

Ratikanta is a male name from Hindu origin meaning "Ruler of the night". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: ruh-tee-kahn-tuh. 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.

रतिकान्त

one who cherishes joy and pleasure

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

ruh-tee-kahn-tuh

IPA

/rətɪkɑːnt/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Hindu

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Ratikanta is listed as a hindu male name with Hindu origin. Its meaning is Ruler of the night. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

BlueBlack

Lucky Stone

Lapis Lazuli

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Ratikanta is a name with a strong presence and a powerful energy. The number 3 represents creativity, self-expression, and communication.

Personality

Personality Traits

Strong-willedProtectiveDeterminedIntrospectiveMysticalCreative

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes the power of the night and the inner strength of an individual.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Ratikanta holds significant cultural importance in Hindu traditions. It is reminiscent of the eternal power and majesty of the night, personified by Goddess Ratri. This name can be seen as a symbol of the depth and richness of Hindu mythology.
On a more spiritual level, the name Ratikanta carries deep meanings. It implies the presence of the divine within the child, acknowledging their inherent strength and sovereignty over their own lives. The name serves as a reminder of the cyclical nature of life and the balance between day and night, symbolizing the connection between the physical and spiritual realms.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Ratikanta was a king of the Sena dynasty in Bengal during the 12th century. The name Ratikanta carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

Medieval period

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

रतिकान्त

one who cherishes joy and pleasure

🇮🇳Hindi

रतिकान्त

रति का आधारी

🇮🇳Tamil

ரடிகாந்த

ஜோதிய அறிவியல்

🇮🇳Telugu

రతికాంತ

జీయజ్జనదేశ

🇮🇳Marathi

Ratikanta

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Ruler of the night

🇧🇩Bengali

Ratikanta

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Ruler of the night

Similar Names

Explore names with the same sound, spelling, or origin.

Spelling variations

Raatikaantaa

Explore Related Hindu Name Collections

Continue from this name to matching religion, origin, letter and gender pages.

All Hindu names Browse hindu baby names with meanings, origins and lucky numbers.Hindu origin names Explore more names from hindu origin.Hindu names starting with R Find hindu names that begin with R.Hindu boy names Browse hindu boy names.Browse by Category Explore themed hindu name lists.Search All Names Search meanings, origins and lucky numbers.

Suggested Hindu Names

Names to explore next on NameVerse.

AabhasAabhavannanAabheerAachmanAadarshAadavanAadeshAadhav

Browse Hindu Names

Use NameVerse collections to compare meanings, origins and lucky numbers.

Browse by Letter Browse by Category Browse by Origin Search All Names

Frequently Asked Questions

Hindu Name Guides

Continue your name research

More expert NameVerse guides to help you compare meanings, origins and naming decisions.

View all guides
Hindu Names15 min read30K views

Hindu Names Inspired by Nature: Sacred Elements from Earth to Sky

Discover Hindu baby names drawn from nature's beauty — elements, plants, animals, and cosmic phenomena with profound meanings.

NameVerse Editorial TeamRead