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RavendraHindu Male Hindu name meaning

Thunder God

Pronunciation: Rah-ven-dra

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Name
Ravendra
Meaning
Thunder God
Origin
Hindu
Religion
Hindu
Language
Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
Rah-ven-dra
Lucky Number
9
9
Lucky Number
Thursday
Lucky Day
Hindu
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Ravendra mean?

Ravendra is a male name from Hindu origin meaning "Thunder God". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: Rah-ven-dra. 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.

रवेन्द्र

Shining God

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

Rah-ven-dra

IPA

ଵାୁ୎୍ୈ୍ୁ

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Hindu

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Ravendra is listed as a hindu male name with Hindu origin. Its meaning is Thunder God. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

9

Lucky Day

Thursday

Lucky Colors

RedBlackGray

Lucky Stone

Ruby

Life Path Number

1

Numerology meaning: Initiator, Pioneer, Achiever, Explorer

Personality

Personality Traits

ConfidentBraveDeterminedCreativePassionateIntuitive

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Protector of the Universe, Strength in Adversity

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Ravendra holds significant cultural resonance in Hindu tradition as it is associated with Ravana, a legendary king and demon figure from the ancient Indian epic, the Ramayana. Ravana is known for his great intellect, power, and artistic abilities. He is often depicted as a multi-headed demon who ruled over the kingdom of Lanka. The name Ravendra may evoke images of strength, courage, and wisdom - traits revered in Hindu culture.
In Hinduism, Ravendra carries a deeper spiritual meaning as it represents the existence of various divine attributes and forces. As Lord Raven or Thunder God, Ravendra signifies the destructive yet transformative power of nature. Additionally, the name conveys the essence of protection and guardianship, often associated with the guardian of the North - Kubera, who is also known as Ravana. This name invites one to consider the power and potential residing within each of us, to harness our raw energy and channel it toward growth and transformation.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Ravana, a legendary king of the demon-gods in Hindu mythology, is the central antagonist of the epic Ramayana. He is described as a powerful ruler and a master of various arts, including music, poetry, archery, and sorcery. Ravana is said to have abducted Rama's wife, Sita, and held her captive in his fortress in Lanka, leading to Rama's quest to rescue her.

7th century BCE

Ravendra Singh, a notable Indian politician, was born on 12 September 1966. He served as the Minister of State for Home Affairs in the Government of India from 2009 to 2014. He is a prominent leader in the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and has been involved in various political campaigns and initiatives.

21st century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Ravendra Singh (Politician)Ravendra Kondapalli (Actor)

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

रवेन्द्र

Shining God

🇮🇳Hindi

Ravendra

हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है Thunder God

🇮🇳Tamil

Ravendra

இந்து பெயர் என்று பொருள் Thunder God

🇮🇳Telugu

Ravendra

హిందూ పేరు అంటే Thunder God

🇮🇳Marathi

Ravendra

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Thunder God

🇧🇩Bengali

Ravendra

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Thunder God

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