Bhadra
Bhadra is a Hindu unisex name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Auspicious, gracious, good”.
| Meaning | Auspicious, gracious, good |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | भद्र |
| Pronunciation | BHUD-ruh |
| Tradition | Hindu, Buddhist |
| Used in | India, Nepal, Sri Lanka |
Meaning and origin of Bhadra
Bhadra is a Sanskrit word for 'good, blessed, auspicious, gracious'. It appears often in the Vedas, as in the prayer 'bhadram karnebhih shrinuyama', 'may we hear what is good with our ears'. In mythology, Bhadra in the feminine is one of the principal wives of Krishna and a name of the goddess, and the word also forms Virabhadra, a fierce form of Shiva. Bhadra is also the name of a Hindu lunar month.
Is Bhadra a Hindu name?
Bhadra is a Hindu name with auspicious meaning, linked to Shiva and to forms of the goddess. In Buddhism the word is part of names such as Bhadrapala and appears in Bhadrakalpa, the 'auspicious aeon'.
How popular is Bhadra?
Uncommon on its own; more often seen as part of longer names such as Virabhadra or Subhadra.
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Spellings and variants of Bhadra
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bhadra mean?
Bhadra means 'Auspicious, gracious, good'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Bhadra a Hindu name?
Bhadra is a Hindu name with auspicious meaning, linked to Shiva and to forms of the goddess. In Buddhism the word is part of names such as Bhadrapala and appears in Bhadrakalpa, the 'auspicious aeon'.
How do you pronounce Bhadra?
Bhadra is pronounced BHUD-ruh.
Is Bhadra a boy or girl name?
Bhadra is used for both boys and girls.