Jayanthi
Jayanthi is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Victorious; anniversary”.
| Meaning | Victorious; anniversary |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | జయంతి |
| Pronunciation | juh-YUN-thee |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka |
Meaning and origin of Jayanthi
Jayanthi comes from Sanskrit jayanti, 'victorious', from jaya, 'victory'. In Hindu mythology Jayanti is the daughter of Indra, and the word is also used of goddesses such as Durga. In modern Indian languages jayanti means a birth anniversary, as in Gandhi Jayanti or Krishna Jayanti. It is usually shortened to Jaya within the family. The spelling with 'th' reflects how the name is written in Tamil, Telugu and Kannada.
Is Jayanthi a Hindu name?
Jayanthi is a Hindu name tied to victory and to the goddess; it is also the word Hindus use for the birth festivals of deities and saints.
How popular is Jayanthi?
Common in South India, especially among older generations.
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Spellings and variants of Jayanthi
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jayanthi mean?
Jayanthi means 'Victorious; anniversary'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Jayanthi a Hindu name?
Jayanthi is a Hindu name tied to victory and to the goddess; it is also the word Hindus use for the birth festivals of deities and saints.
How do you pronounce Jayanthi?
Jayanthi is pronounced juh-YUN-thee.
Is Jayanthi a boy or girl name?
Jayanthi is usually a girl name.