Avanthi
Avanthi is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Ancient city and kingdom of Avanti”.
| Meaning | Ancient city and kingdom of Avanti |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | अवन्ती |
| Pronunciation | uh-VUN-tee |
| Tradition | Hindu, Buddhist |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka |
Meaning and origin of Avanthi
Avanthi is a South Indian and Sri Lankan spelling of Avanti, the name of an ancient kingdom in west-central India whose capital was Ujjain. Avanti was one of the sixteen great realms of the Buddha's time, and Ujjain was itself sometimes called Avanti or Avantika. The 'th' spelling reflects how Telugu, Kannada and Sinhala speakers usually write the soft t sound.
Is Avanthi a Hindu name?
Avanti is significant to Hindus through Ujjain, one of the seven sacred cities; it also appears in early Buddhist texts as a region where the Buddha's teaching spread.
How popular is Avanthi?
Found mainly in South India and Sri Lanka; uncommon elsewhere.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Avanthi mean?
Avanthi means 'Ancient city and kingdom of Avanti'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Avanthi a Hindu name?
Avanti is significant to Hindus through Ujjain, one of the seven sacred cities; it also appears in early Buddhist texts as a region where the Buddha's teaching spread.
How do you pronounce Avanthi?
Avanthi is pronounced uh-VUN-tee.
Is Avanthi a boy or girl name?
Avanthi is usually a girl name.