Adithya
Adithya is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “The sun; son of Aditi”.
| Meaning | The sun; son of Aditi |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | ஆதித்யா |
| Pronunciation | aa-DITH-yuh |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka |
Meaning and origin of Adithya
Adithya is the South Indian spelling of Aditya, with 'th' representing the dental 't' sound as Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam speakers write it. The name means 'son of Aditi', referring to the Vedic Adityas, and is above all a name of Surya, the sun god. The Chola king Aditya I, who ruled in the ninth century, bore the name.
Is Adithya a Hindu name?
Adithya is a Hindu name for the sun god Surya and the Vedic Adityas, often chosen with the Aditya Hridayam hymn in mind.
How popular is Adithya?
Very common in South India and among South Indian families abroad.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Adithya mean?
Adithya means 'The sun; son of Aditi'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Adithya a Hindu name?
Adithya is a Hindu name for the sun god Surya and the Vedic Adityas, often chosen with the Aditya Hridayam hymn in mind.
How do you pronounce Adithya?
Adithya is pronounced aa-DITH-yuh.
Is Adithya a boy or girl name?
Adithya is usually a boy name.