Janardhan
Janardhan is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Lord Vishnu; moved by the people”.
| Meaning | Lord Vishnu; moved by the people |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | జనార్ధన్ |
| Pronunciation | juh-NAAR-dun |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Janardhan
Janardhan comes from Sanskrit Janardana, one of the names of Vishnu. Its meaning is explained in more than one way: 'one whom people pray to' or 'one who troubles the wicked', from jana, 'people', and ardana, 'agitating' or 'requesting'. Arjuna often addresses Krishna as Janardana in the Bhagavad Gita. In Kerala and Tamil Nadu it is often written Janardhanan.
Is Janardhan a Hindu name?
Janardhan is a Hindu name of Vishnu and Krishna, appearing in the Vishnu Sahasranama and repeatedly in the Bhagavad Gita.
How popular is Janardhan?
An established traditional name in South and West India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Janardhan mean?
Janardhan means 'Lord Vishnu; moved by the people'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Janardhan a Hindu name?
Janardhan is a Hindu name of Vishnu and Krishna, appearing in the Vishnu Sahasranama and repeatedly in the Bhagavad Gita.
How do you pronounce Janardhan?
Janardhan is pronounced juh-NAAR-dun.
Is Janardhan a boy or girl name?
Janardhan is usually a boy name.