Madhulika
Madhulika is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Sweetness; little honey”.
| Meaning | Sweetness; little honey |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | मधुलिका |
| Pronunciation | MUH-dhoo-li-kaa |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Madhulika
Madhulika is built on madhu, 'honey', with a diminutive-style feminine ending, and as a name it is usually explained as 'sweetness' or 'little honey'. In classical Sanskrit the word also names certain plants, so the precise sense is debated, but parents generally choose it for its honeyed sound. The name became more visible through the Hindi short story 'Puraskar' by Jaishankar Prasad, whose heroine is called Madhulika.
Is Madhulika a Hindu name?
Madhulika is a Hindu name with poetic rather than religious associations.
How popular is Madhulika?
Used in North India; not very common.
Gifts with the name Madhulika
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Spellings and variants of Madhulika
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Madhulika mean?
Madhulika means 'Sweetness; little honey'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Madhulika a Hindu name?
Madhulika is a Hindu name with poetic rather than religious associations.
How do you pronounce Madhulika?
Madhulika is pronounced MUH-dhoo-li-kaa.
Is Madhulika a boy or girl name?
Madhulika is usually a girl name.