Madhusudhan
Madhusudhan is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Slayer of the demon Madhu”.
| Meaning | Slayer of the demon Madhu |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | మధుసూదన్ |
| Pronunciation | muh-dhoo-SOO-dun |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Madhusudhan
Madhusudhan comes from Madhusudana, 'destroyer of Madhu', recalling the myth in which Vishnu kills the demons Madhu and Kaitabha. It is used as a name of Vishnu and Krishna, and Arjuna addresses Krishna by it in the Bhagavad Gita. Though madhu also means 'honey', the name's established sense is the slaying of the demon. The Bengali poet Michael Madhusudan Dutt is a famous nineteenth-century bearer.
Is Madhusudhan a Hindu name?
Madhusudhan is a Hindu name of Vishnu and Krishna, found in the Bhagavad Gita and the Vishnu Sahasranama.
How popular is Madhusudhan?
Used across India, often shortened to Madhu.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Madhusudhan mean?
Madhusudhan means 'Slayer of the demon Madhu'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Madhusudhan a Hindu name?
Madhusudhan is a Hindu name of Vishnu and Krishna, found in the Bhagavad Gita and the Vishnu Sahasranama.
How do you pronounce Madhusudhan?
Madhusudhan is pronounced muh-dhoo-SOO-dun.
Is Madhusudhan a boy or girl name?
Madhusudhan is usually a boy name.