Gayathri
Gayathri is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Sacred verse; the Gayatri mantra”.
| Meaning | Sacred verse; the Gayatri mantra |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | காயத்ரி |
| Pronunciation | GAH-yuh-three |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Gayathri
Gayathri is the South Indian spelling of Gayatri, the name of a Vedic metre and of the famous Gayatri mantra from the Rig Veda (3.62.10), addressed to the sun god Savitr. The mantra is personified as the goddess Gayatri, mother of the Vedas. As a girl's name it is among the most widely used devotional names in India.
Is Gayathri a Hindu name?
Gayatri is both the sacred Gayatri mantra, recited daily by many Hindus, and the goddess who embodies it, often shown with five faces.
How popular is Gayathri?
Very common across India, particularly in the south.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gayathri mean?
Gayathri means 'Sacred verse; the Gayatri mantra'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Gayathri a Hindu name?
Gayatri is both the sacred Gayatri mantra, recited daily by many Hindus, and the goddess who embodies it, often shown with five faces.
How do you pronounce Gayathri?
Gayathri is pronounced GAH-yuh-three.
Is Gayathri a boy or girl name?
Gayathri is usually a girl name.