Gopi
Gopi is a Hindu unisex name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Cowherd girl; devotee of Krishna”.
| Meaning | Cowherd girl; devotee of Krishna |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | गोपी |
| Pronunciation | GO-pee |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Gopi
Gopi is the feminine of gopa, 'cowherd', and refers to the cowherd women of Vraja who adored Krishna. In devotional texts such as the Bhagavata Purana the gopis, above all Radha, are the model of loving devotion to God. In North and West India Gopi is a girls' name, but in South India, especially Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, it is commonly a boys' name, short for Gopinath or Gopichand.
Is Gopi a Hindu name?
Gopi is a Hindu name tied to Krishna; in Vaishnava devotion the gopis' love is the highest form of bhakti.
How popular is Gopi?
Used across India; for girls in the north and west, often for boys in the south.
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Spellings and variants of Gopi
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gopi mean?
Gopi means 'Cowherd girl; devotee of Krishna'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Gopi a Hindu name?
Gopi is a Hindu name tied to Krishna; in Vaishnava devotion the gopis' love is the highest form of bhakti.
How do you pronounce Gopi?
Gopi is pronounced GO-pee.
Is Gopi a boy or girl name?
Gopi is used for both boys and girls.