Agastya
Agastya is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Name of a revered Vedic sage”.
| Meaning | Name of a revered Vedic sage |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | अगस्त्य |
| Pronunciation | uh-GUST-yuh |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Agastya
Agastya is one of the most important sages of Hindu tradition, credited with hymns in the Rigveda and appearing in both the Ramayana and the Mahabharata. A famous story tells how he humbled the Vindhya mountains by making them bow and stay low, which is why the name is sometimes explained as 'one who stops the mountain'; the true etymology is debated. The star Canopus is called Agastya in Indian astronomy.
Is Agastya a Hindu name?
Agastya is a revered rishi, honoured across India and especially in the Tamil south as Agathiyar, father of Tamil learning and a devotee of Shiva.
How popular is Agastya?
Increasingly popular in India as parents revive classical names.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Agastya mean?
Agastya means 'Name of a revered Vedic sage'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Agastya a Hindu name?
Agastya is a revered rishi, honoured across India and especially in the Tamil south as Agathiyar, father of Tamil learning and a devotee of Shiva.
How do you pronounce Agastya?
Agastya is pronounced uh-GUST-yuh.
Is Agastya a boy or girl name?
Agastya is usually a boy name.