Matangi
Matangi is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “A form of the Goddess; patron of speech and music”.
| Meaning | A form of the Goddess; patron of speech and music |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | मातंगी |
| Pronunciation | maa-TUNG-ee |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka |
Meaning and origin of Matangi
Matangi is one of the ten Mahavidyas, the great wisdom goddesses of Tantric Hinduism. She is linked to speech, music and learning and is often seen as a Tantric form of Saraswati, shown green-skinned and playing the veena. Her name relates to the sage Matanga, and in texts she is called his daughter. Outside India, the musician M.I.A. was born Mathangi Arulpragasam, a Tamil form of the same name.
Is Matangi a Hindu name?
Matangi is worshipped in Shakta and Tantric traditions, with famous temples such as the Matangi shrine in Modhera, Gujarat. Parents usually choose it to honour the goddess of eloquence and the arts.
How popular is Matangi?
Uncommon but known, especially among Tamil and Shakta families.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Matangi mean?
Matangi means 'A form of the Goddess; patron of speech and music'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Matangi a Hindu name?
Matangi is worshipped in Shakta and Tantric traditions, with famous temples such as the Matangi shrine in Modhera, Gujarat. Parents usually choose it to honour the goddess of eloquence and the arts.
How do you pronounce Matangi?
Matangi is pronounced maa-TUNG-ee.
Is Matangi a boy or girl name?
Matangi is usually a girl name.