Dhara
Dhara is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Stream, flow; earth”.
| Meaning | Stream, flow; earth |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | धारा |
| Pronunciation | DHAH-rah |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Dhara
Dhara has two closely related senses in Sanskrit. Dhara with a long first vowel means 'stream', 'current' or 'flow', as of water or rain, while dhara also means 'the earth', the one who holds or bears all things, from the root dhri, 'to hold'. Both give the name a feeling of steadiness and continuity. It is especially popular in Gujarat and among Gujarati families abroad.
Is Dhara a Hindu name?
Dhara is a Hindu name; the earth is revered as Bhudevi, and sacred rivers like the Ganga are worshipped as flowing goddesses.
How popular is Dhara?
Popular in Gujarat.
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Spellings and variants of Dhara
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dhara mean?
Dhara means 'Stream, flow; earth'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Dhara a Hindu name?
Dhara is a Hindu name; the earth is revered as Bhudevi, and sacred rivers like the Ganga are worshipped as flowing goddesses.
How do you pronounce Dhara?
Dhara is pronounced DHAH-rah.
Is Dhara a boy or girl name?
Dhara is usually a girl name.