Dharani
Dharani is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Earth”.
| Meaning | Earth |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | धरणी |
| Pronunciation | DHUR-uh-nee |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Dharani
Dharani means 'earth' in Sanskrit, from the root dhri, 'to hold' or 'to support', since the earth bears all living things. In Hindu mythology the earth goddess Bhudevi, consort of Vishnu, is also called Dharani. The word has a separate meaning in Buddhism, where a dharani is a protective chant or mantra. As a girl's name Dharani is used especially in South India, sometimes spelled Dharini.
Is Dharani a Hindu name?
Dharani is a Hindu name for the earth and for Bhudevi, the earth goddess; the same word is also known in Buddhism for sacred protective chants.
How popular is Dharani?
Used in South India.
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Spellings and variants of Dharani
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dharani mean?
Dharani means 'Earth'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Dharani a Hindu name?
Dharani is a Hindu name for the earth and for Bhudevi, the earth goddess; the same word is also known in Buddhism for sacred protective chants.
How do you pronounce Dharani?
Dharani is pronounced DHUR-uh-nee.
Is Dharani a boy or girl name?
Dharani is usually a girl name.