One with knowledge of the scriptures, the very best Intellectual, pleasant, a name for Lord Vishnuīorn in the Raghu clan, the clan of Lord Ram, the sea or oceanĮyes as bright as the sun, A name for Lords Vishnu and Shiva Laughter, splendour, a name for Lord ShivaĪ stringed musical instrument, a name of Lord Shiva Twinkling of the eye A name said to be associated with Lords Vishnu and GaneshaĪ sacred syllable considered to be the greatest of all the mantras. Light and splendour a name of Lords Shiva and Vishnu Wealth and abundance, a name for Lord Krishna Sun lustre, a name for Lord Vishnu and Shiva Possessing immense powers of mind, magnanimousīright or shining, one of the five Pandavas The red dye ( gulal) used when playing Holiīelonging or related to Agni the deity of fire. Normally a baby is given just one formal first name, but sometimes a middle name is given too. Water is poured over the baby's forehead, and the father whispers the chosen name into the baby's right ear. The extended family get together for the ceremony and it is often followed by food for the guests and gifts for the baby.Ī puja or havan is performed and prayers are said for the gods to bless the baby. It is held in the first few weeks after birth, usually on the 6th, 11th, 12th or 14th day. Hindus have a naming ceremony for a newborn called the naamkaran in which the baby's name is given. Other times, the name can be inspired by a saint or character from one of the Hindu mythological stories such as the Ramayan or Mahabharat. Often Hindu baby names are inspired by one of the Gods or Goddesses from the Hindu faith. The parents will then look for a name that starts with the given letter, syllable or meaning. In some cases, he might suggest a name with a particular meaning that is considered good for the baby based on the influences seen in the astrological chart. The pandit will draw out the baby's astrological chart using the date, place and time of birth of the baby.īased on the child's astrological chart, the pandit will suggest a syllable or letter that is considered auspicious to start the baby's name with. Soon after birth, in Hindu families that want to name their baby the traditional way, the parents will consult a pandit. There are specific religious traditions linked to finding and giving a newborn a name. Hindu baby names are a popular choice in families of Hindu faith.
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