Chitralekha
Chitralekha is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Beautiful painting; one who paints”.
| Meaning | Beautiful painting; one who paints |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | चित्रलेखा |
| Pronunciation | chit-ruh-LAY-khah |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Chitralekha
Chitralekha joins chitra, picture, with lekha, line or drawing, so it suggests a painted picture or an artist. In the Puranas, Chitralekha is the gifted friend of the princess Usha, who paints the faces of young men until Usha recognises Aniruddha, the man of her dreams. The name is also known from Bhagwati Charan Verma's 1934 Hindi novel Chitralekha and its film versions.
Is Chitralekha a Hindu name?
Chitralekha is a Hindu name drawn from Puranic story, where she is a companion of Usha and is often described as having magical powers.
How popular is Chitralekha?
Uncommon today; it has a classical, literary feel.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Chitralekha mean?
Chitralekha means 'Beautiful painting; one who paints'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Chitralekha a Hindu name?
Chitralekha is a Hindu name drawn from Puranic story, where she is a companion of Usha and is often described as having magical powers.
How do you pronounce Chitralekha?
Chitralekha is pronounced chit-ruh-LAY-khah.
Is Chitralekha a boy or girl name?
Chitralekha is usually a girl name.