Chitrangada
Chitrangada is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Wearing a bright armlet”.
| Meaning | Wearing a bright armlet |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | चित्राङ्गदा |
| Pronunciation | chit-RAHN-guh-dah |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Chitrangada
Chitrangada combines chitra, bright or decorated, with angada, an armlet worn on the upper arm. In the Mahabharata, Chitrangada is the princess of Manipur who marries Arjuna and becomes the mother of Babruvahana. Rabindranath Tagore retold her story in his play Chitra and the dance drama Chitrangada. In the epic the masculine form also belongs to a Kuru prince, a son of Shantanu.
Is Chitrangada a Hindu name?
Chitrangada is a Hindu name from the Mahabharata, where she is one of Arjuna's wives; Tagore's retellings made her a figure of strength and self-respect.
How popular is Chitrangada?
Rare as a baby name, though known through actress Chitrangada Singh.
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Spellings and variants of Chitrangada
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Chitrangada mean?
Chitrangada means 'Wearing a bright armlet'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Chitrangada a Hindu name?
Chitrangada is a Hindu name from the Mahabharata, where she is one of Arjuna's wives; Tagore's retellings made her a figure of strength and self-respect.
How do you pronounce Chitrangada?
Chitrangada is pronounced chit-RAHN-guh-dah.
Is Chitrangada a boy or girl name?
Chitrangada is usually a girl name.