Ambalika
Ambalika is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Little mother”.
| Meaning | Little mother |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | अम्बालिका |
| Pronunciation | um-BAA-li-kaa |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Ambalika
Ambalika is a diminutive of amba, 'mother', and is usually explained as 'little mother' or 'gentle one'. In the Mahabharata she is the youngest of the three princesses of Kashi, with Amba and Ambika, who were taken by Bhishma as brides for Vichitravirya. She became the mother of Pandu, father of the Pandavas. The name is rarely used today.
Is Ambalika a Hindu name?
Ambalika is a figure of the Mahabharata, the grandmother of the Pandava brothers.
How popular is Ambalika?
Rare as a modern name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ambalika mean?
Ambalika means 'Little mother'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Ambalika a Hindu name?
Ambalika is a figure of the Mahabharata, the grandmother of the Pandava brothers.
How do you pronounce Ambalika?
Ambalika is pronounced um-BAA-li-kaa.
Is Ambalika a boy or girl name?
Ambalika is usually a girl name.