Dhanalakshmi
Dhanalakshmi is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit, used in Tamil origin, meaning “Lakshmi, goddess of wealth”.
| Meaning | Lakshmi, goddess of wealth |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit, used in Tamil |
| Written as | தனலட்சுமி |
| Pronunciation | thuh-nuh-LUCK-shmee |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia |
Meaning and origin of Dhanalakshmi
Dhanalakshmi joins dhana, 'wealth', with Lakshmi, the Hindu goddess of prosperity and good fortune. Dhanalakshmi is one of the Ashtalakshmi, the eight forms of Lakshmi, each granting a different kind of blessing; this form gives material wealth. The name is very common in Tamil Nadu and elsewhere in South India and is given to girls. It is sometimes spelled Dhanalaxmi.
Is Dhanalakshmi a Hindu name?
Dhanalakshmi is a Hindu name for Lakshmi as the giver of wealth.
How popular is Dhanalakshmi?
Common in Tamil Nadu.
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Spellings and variants of Dhanalakshmi
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dhanalakshmi mean?
Dhanalakshmi means 'Lakshmi, goddess of wealth'. It is of Sanskrit, used in Tamil origin.
Is Dhanalakshmi a Hindu name?
Dhanalakshmi is a Hindu name for Lakshmi as the giver of wealth.
How do you pronounce Dhanalakshmi?
Dhanalakshmi is pronounced thuh-nuh-LUCK-shmee.
Is Dhanalakshmi a boy or girl name?
Dhanalakshmi is usually a girl name.