Meaning & Origin
In Hindu mythology, Sagar is an ancient sage and king who is the father of the Asuras. His name means 'ocean' or 'deep' and symbolizes the vastness and abundance of life.
Spiritual meaning
Symbolizes the deep and boundless nature of the universe.
Language details
सागर
Ocean
सागर
समुद्र
சாகர்
ஒன்று, கடல
శాగర్
శయీజేయపోయి
Sagar
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Ocean, Deep, Abundant
Sagar
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Ocean, Deep, Abundant
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
sa-gar
sɑːɡɑr
Lucky number
1
Lucky day
Thursday
Lucky colors
Life path
1
Lucky stone
Blue Lapis Lazuli
Cultural & Spiritual notes
Sagar is a popular and revered name among Hindus, originating from ancient mythology. The name carries significant cultural significance as it is associated with a powerful king and sage who played a crucial role in Hindu mythology. According to myth, Sagar was the father of the Asuras, beings who represent non-human races or demigods. The term 'asura' is derived from the word 'asu' meaning 'breath' or 'life', making Sagar a symbol of the sustainer of life.
At a spiritual level, Sagar represents the vastness and depth of life, unending and vast as the ocean. It signifies the belief in the abundance of life and the inner potential for growth and transformation. The name Sagar also holds the idea of courage and resilience, as demonstrated by the sage character in Hindu mythology who led a grand sacrifice to seek divine blessings. Thus, it serves as a reminder of the inner strength to overcome challenges and achieve spiritual growth.
Vedic name • Root: Sanskrit, Vedic origin • Derived from the Sanskrit word सागर (sāgara), meaning 'ocean'. In Hindu mythology, Sagar is the name of a great sage and the king of the seas. He is also the father of the sage Kapila and the grandfather of the great sage Bhagiratha.
Historical references
The Hindu epic Mahabharata tells the story of King Asvasena of the Lunar Dynasty. King Asvasena was once cursed by sage Durvasa, which led him to name his son as Sagar. This event occurred during the Mahabharata period, around 3000 BCE.
Mahabharata period, around 3000 BCE
Another reference to Sagar is found in the Puranas, specifically in the Vayu Purana. In this reference, Sagar is described as the king of the Ikshvaku dynasty, who performed a grand sacrifice (Ashvamedha Yajna) to secure his kingdom and the blessings of the gods. This event is believed to have occurred around 5000 BCE.
Around 5000 BCE
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