Madhur
Madhur is a Hindu unisex name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Sweet, pleasant, melodious”.
| Meaning | Sweet, pleasant, melodious |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | मधुर |
| Pronunciation | MUH-dhoor |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Madhur
Madhur is a Sanskrit adjective from madhu, 'honey', meaning sweet in taste, sound or temperament; music and speech are often praised as madhur. In Hindi and Gujarati it is used for both men and women. Well-known bearers include the actress and cookery writer Madhur Jaffrey and the film director Madhur Bhandarkar.
Is Madhur a Hindu name?
Madhur is a Hindu name with a pleasant everyday meaning rather than a direct link to a deity, though madhura is used in devotional language for the sweetness of Krishna.
How popular is Madhur?
Moderately used in India for both boys and girls.
Gifts with the name Madhur
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Spellings and variants of Madhur
Names similar to Madhur
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Madhur mean?
Madhur means 'Sweet, pleasant, melodious'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Madhur a Hindu name?
Madhur is a Hindu name with a pleasant everyday meaning rather than a direct link to a deity, though madhura is used in devotional language for the sweetness of Krishna.
How do you pronounce Madhur?
Madhur is pronounced MUH-dhoor.
Is Madhur a boy or girl name?
Madhur is used for both boys and girls.