Meaning & Origin
Derived from Sanskrit words 'Rukma' meaning gold or golden and 'Angada' meaning wheel.
Spiritual meaning
Symbolizes divine power and protection.
Language details
रुक्माङ्गद
Golden Arms
रुक्माङ्गद
सोने के भुजाएँ
ருக்மாங்கத
வெள்ளி கைகள்
రుక్మాంగద
స్వర్ణ బాహులు
Rukmangada
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Golden Wheel
Rukmangada
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Golden Wheel
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
Ruk-maan-gaad
[ɽʊkmɑːŋɡəd̪ə]
Lucky number
3
Lucky day
Saturday
Lucky colors
Life path
5
Lucky stone
Ruby
Cultural & Spiritual notes
The name Rukmangada holds significant cultural importance in Hindu mythology. Rukmangada was the name of a monkey king or vanara, who is believed to have played an essential role in the epic Ramayana by aiding Lord Rama in defeating the demon king Ravana and rescuing his wife Sita. His name signifies power, strength, and the golden era of righteous rule.
In a spiritual context, Rukmangada's name is thought to symbolize the power and magnificence of devotion, strength, and loyalty to dharma (cosmic law or duty). The name can serve as an inspiration for individuals seeking to live a righteous and virtuous life, embodying the qualities of strength, loyalty, and devotion to their beliefs or spiritual path.
Cultural name • Root: Sanskrit • Not found in Vedas or Upanishads, but widely used in Hindu mythology and literature.
Historical references
Rukmangada, a celebrated king of the Ikshvaku dynasty, is mentioned in the ancient Indian epic, the Ramayana. He is known for his hospitality towards Lord Rama, who stayed in his kingdom during his exile. Rukmangada's city, Ayodhya, was Lord Rama's ancestral home before his exile.
Circa 500 BC
Rukmangada, also known as Indradyumna, was a king of the Vatsa dynasty mentioned in the Indian Buddhist text, the Mahavamsa. He is notable for building the famous Buddhist monument, the Lanka Buddha Vihara, on the island of Lanka.
Circa 3rd century BC
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