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YagyadatHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Devoted to Yajna

Pronunciation: Yaj-nya-dut

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Name
Yagyadat
Meaning
Devoted to Yajna
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
Yaj-nya-dut
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Thursday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Yagyadat mean?

Yagyadat is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Devoted to Yajna". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: Yaj-nya-dut. 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.

यज्ञदत्

Given in Yajna

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

Yaj-nya-dut

IPA

[jədˈnjədət]

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Yagyadat is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is Devoted to Yajna. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Thursday

Lucky Colors

SaffronGold

Lucky Stone

Rudraksha

Life Path Number

6

Numerology meaning: The name Yagyadat is a 6 Life Path Number, which represents love, harmony, and balance. This number is also associated with service to others and the development of inner wisdom.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveWiseLoyalCompassionateV = VirtuousK = KindT = ThoughtfulD = Determined

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Dedication to divine rituals

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Yagyadat carries a deep rooted significance in Indian culture, particularly among the Hindu community. Yajna or fire sacrifices have been an integral part of Hindu rituals and traditions since ancient times. These sacrifices are believed to bring harmony and balance in individual and societal life, and act as a connecting bridge between the divine and the human world. The performance of yajnas also marks special occasions, like the beginning of a new venture or the completion of an important task.
From a spiritual perspective, the name Yagyadat signifies deep devotion and dedication towards the divine. Performance of yajnas is considered a exemplary act of selfless service and surrender to the cosmic energies. It is believed that through the act of yajna, an individual cleanses their mind and body, and connects with the universal consciousness. Yagyadat represents the noble pursuit of spiritual growth and enlightenment through the practice of traditional Vedic rituals.

Cultural Hindu name · Root: Sanskrit root 'yajna' and 'dat' · Not directly from Vedas, but a meaningful name derived from Vedic concepts

Historical Usage

Historical References

The Rigveda, an ancient Indian texts, mentions a sage named Yagyadat. He is known for his excellent knowledge of Vedic hymns and rituals. This text dates back to around 1500 BCE.

1500 BCE

The Mahabharata, an epic Sanskrit text, features a character named Yagyadatta. He is a descendant of the great sage Vedavyasa and serves as the preceptor of the Pandava prince Bhima. This text is believed to have been composed between 400 BCE and 200 CE.

400 BCE - 200 CE

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

यज्ञदत्

Given in Yajna

🇮🇳Hindi

यज्ञदत

यज्ञ में दिया हुआ

🇮🇳Tamil

யஜ்ஞதத்

யஜ்ஞத்தில் தீர்ப்பு செய்யப்பட்டுள்ளது

🇮🇳Telugu

యజ్ఞదత్

యజ్ఞంలో దయచేస్తుంది

🇮🇳Marathi

Yagyadat

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Devoted to Yajna

🇧🇩Bengali

Yagyadat

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Devoted to Yajna

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