Girija
Girija is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Born of the mountain; Parvati”.
| Meaning | Born of the mountain; Parvati |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | गिरिजा |
| Pronunciation | gi-ri-JAA |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Girija
Girija is made of Sanskrit giri, 'mountain', and ja, 'born', meaning 'daughter of the mountain'. It is a name of the goddess Parvati, daughter of Himavan, lord of the Himalayas, and wife of Shiva. The name appears in Sanskrit hymns and Puranic stories of Parvati's devotion. It is used across India, notably in Maharashtra, Karnataka and Odisha. Shiva's title Girijapati shows how closely the two are linked.
Is Girija a Hindu name?
Girija is a Hindu name for the goddess Parvati; Shiva is correspondingly called Girijapati, 'lord of Girija'.
How popular is Girija?
A traditional, moderately used girls' name in India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Girija mean?
Girija means 'Born of the mountain; Parvati'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Girija a Hindu name?
Girija is a Hindu name for the goddess Parvati; Shiva is correspondingly called Girijapati, 'lord of Girija'.
How do you pronounce Girija?
Girija is pronounced gi-ri-JAA.
Is Girija a boy or girl name?
Girija is usually a girl name.