Abhaya
Abhaya is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Fearless one”.
| Meaning | Fearless one |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | अभया |
| Pronunciation | uh-BHUH-yah |
| Tradition | Hindu, Buddhist |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka |
Meaning and origin of Abhaya
Abhaya is the feminine form of the Sanskrit abhaya, 'fearlessness' or 'fearless'. In Hindu devotion it is an epithet of the goddess Durga, who protects her devotees from fear. In Buddhism abhaya is the gift of fearlessness and the name of the raised-hand gesture of protection. In Sri Lanka Abhaya is also a historic royal name, used for kings in the Anuradhapura period, mostly for men.
Is Abhaya a Hindu name?
For Hindus, Abhaya is a name of the Goddess; for Buddhists, it refers to the Buddha's gesture and gift of fearlessness.
How popular is Abhaya?
An uncommon but traditional name in India and Sri Lanka.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abhaya mean?
Abhaya means 'Fearless one'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Abhaya a Hindu name?
For Hindus, Abhaya is a name of the Goddess; for Buddhists, it refers to the Buddha's gesture and gift of fearlessness.
How do you pronounce Abhaya?
Abhaya is pronounced uh-BHUH-yah.
Is Abhaya a boy or girl name?
Abhaya is usually a girl name.