Adinath
Adinath is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “The first lord”.
| Meaning | The first lord |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | आदिनाथ |
| Pronunciation | AA-dee-naath |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Adinath
Adinath combines adi ('first') and natha ('lord'), giving 'the first lord' or 'the primordial master'. In Jainism Adinath is the most common name of Rishabhanatha, the first of the twenty-four Tirthankaras, believed to have founded human civilisation in the present cycle. In the Nath yogic tradition, Adinath is also a name of Shiva as the first teacher of yoga.
Is Adinath a Hindu name?
Adinath is deeply meaningful for Jains, as the name of the first Tirthankara, and for Hindus of the Nath and Shaiva traditions, as a name of Shiva.
How popular is Adinath?
Used mainly in Jain and Hindu families, especially in Gujarat, Rajasthan and Maharashtra.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Adinath mean?
Adinath means 'The first lord'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Adinath a Hindu name?
Adinath is deeply meaningful for Jains, as the name of the first Tirthankara, and for Hindus of the Nath and Shaiva traditions, as a name of Shiva.
How do you pronounce Adinath?
Adinath is pronounced AA-dee-naath.
Is Adinath a boy or girl name?
Adinath is usually a boy name.