Meaning & Origin
Tamalika is a Sanskrit name that is derived from the term 'Tamra' which means 'gold' and 'Lila' which means 'play'. The name Tamalika is associated with the Hindu Goddess of Prosperity, Lakshmi. It is believed that the name invokes the blessings of the goddess, bringing wealth and prosperity to the bearer. Tamalika is also considered a name of auspiciousness and is often given to girls as a name to ensure a prosperous life.
Spiritual meaning
Symbolizes abundance and prosperity.
Language details
तामालिका
पत्राका वा अम्लाका
तामालिका
पत्रा या अम्ला
தாமலிக
கடல் வாழ்வுகளில் வழியாடும் கோழும்பாகும் குடம்பு
తామలిక
పెట్టిగెట్టీయ ఫెజ్జలేఖళ
Tamalika
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Goddess of Prosperity
Tamalika
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Goddess of Prosperity
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
ta-mah-lee-kah
t̪aːmɑːlɪkɑː
Lucky number
7
Lucky day
Saturday
Lucky colors
Life path
6
Lucky stone
Ruby
Cultural & Spiritual notes
Tamalika is a name deeply rooted in Hindu culture and tradition. The dual meaning of 'Gold' and 'Play' signifies the divinity of abundance and the joy of life. The name is a symbol of prosperity and success, value and importance in Hindu communities.
Tamalika, as a name, is believed to carry the blessings of the Hindu Goddess of Prosperity, Lakshmi. It is a reminder of the divine presence in one's life and the importance of living in abundance and with joy. The name instills a sense of positivity and motivation to strive for success and wealth in all areas of life.
Cultural name • Root: Sanskrit • Name of a character in the Indian epic Mahabharata. Tamalika is a young princess and is the wife of King Bhima of the Pandava clan. She is also called 'Amalaka' because of her resemblance to the Indian gooseberry tree.
Historical references
According to the Mahabharata, Tamalika was a beautiful and virtuous princess of Kalinga. She was the mother of Bhima, the strongest of the Pandava brothers. Bhima was born through the Boar Avatar of Lord Vishnu. Tamalika offered herself to the deity in order to protect her husband, Vidura, who was mistakenly cursed by Bhishma. The curse would have caused Vidura to lose his manhood, but Tamalika's sacrifice saved him.
1st century BCE
The name Tamalika is also mentioned in the Puranas, particularly in the Agni Purana. According to this text, Tamalika was a sage's wife, who, along with her husband, performed a penance to please Lord Shiva. The deity appeared to them and granted them a boon. Tamalika asked for a son who would be a great warrior and would destroy the demons Madhu and Kaitabha. Lord Shiva granted her request and their son was born as the divine warrior Narasimha.
1st millennium CE
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