Adishwar
Adishwar is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “The first lord”.
| Meaning | The first lord |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | आदीश्वर |
| Pronunciation | AA-deesh-wur |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Adishwar
Adishwar combines adi ('first') and ishvara ('lord'), meaning 'the first lord'. In Jainism it is a familiar name of Rishabhanatha, the first Tirthankara, and the great temple complex at Palitana in Gujarat is centred on the Adishwar temple. Hindus sometimes use it for Shiva as the primordial lord.
Is Adishwar a Hindu name?
Adishwar is primarily a Jain name for the first Tirthankara, Rishabhdev, and is also used by Hindu families devoted to Shiva.
How popular is Adishwar?
Used mostly in Jain families, particularly in Gujarat and Rajasthan.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Adishwar mean?
Adishwar means 'The first lord'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Adishwar a Hindu name?
Adishwar is primarily a Jain name for the first Tirthankara, Rishabhdev, and is also used by Hindu families devoted to Shiva.
How do you pronounce Adishwar?
Adishwar is pronounced AA-deesh-wur.
Is Adishwar a boy or girl name?
Adishwar is usually a boy name.