Mahendra
Mahendra is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Great Indra; great lord”.
| Meaning | Great Indra; great lord |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | महेन्द्र |
| Pronunciation | muh-HEN-druh |
| Tradition | Hindu, Buddhist |
| Used in | India, Nepal, Sri Lanka |
Meaning and origin of Mahendra
Mahendra joins maha, 'great', with Indra, king of the gods, and was used as a royal title. Mahinda, the Pali form, was the son of Ashoka who carried Buddhism to Sri Lanka. In Nepal, King Mahendra ruled from 1955 to 1972, and the cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni is a famous modern bearer. Mahendragiri is also a mountain range named in the epics.
Is Mahendra a Hindu name?
Hindus know the name as a title of Indra, while Buddhists honour Mahinda (Mahendra) as the monk who brought Buddhism to Sri Lanka.
How popular is Mahendra?
A widely used traditional name in India and Nepal; Mahinda is the usual form in Sri Lanka.
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Spellings and variants of Mahendra
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mahendra mean?
Mahendra means 'Great Indra; great lord'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Mahendra a Hindu name?
Hindus know the name as a title of Indra, while Buddhists honour Mahinda (Mahendra) as the monk who brought Buddhism to Sri Lanka.
How do you pronounce Mahendra?
Mahendra is pronounced muh-HEN-druh.
Is Mahendra a boy or girl name?
Mahendra is usually a boy name.