Damodar
Damodar is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Bound with a rope at the waist”.
| Meaning | Bound with a rope at the waist |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | दामोदर |
| Pronunciation | DAA-mo-dur |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Damodar
Damodar joins dama, a rope, and udara, the belly or waist. It recalls the story in the Bhagavata Purana in which Yashoda ties the mischievous child Krishna to a grinding mortar with a rope around his waist. The name is one of the traditional names of Vishnu and Krishna. In Vaishnava communities the month of Kartik is celebrated as Damodara month with lamp offerings.
Is Damodar a Hindu name?
Damodar is a name of Krishna, and devotees sing the Damodarashtakam hymn about this childhood episode; it is a strongly devotional Hindu name.
How popular is Damodar?
A traditional name found across India, more common among older generations and in Kerala as Damodaran.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Damodar mean?
Damodar means 'Bound with a rope at the waist'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Damodar a Hindu name?
Damodar is a name of Krishna, and devotees sing the Damodarashtakam hymn about this childhood episode; it is a strongly devotional Hindu name.
How do you pronounce Damodar?
Damodar is pronounced DAA-mo-dur.
Is Damodar a boy or girl name?
Damodar is usually a boy name.