Mitravinda
Mitravinda is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “One who has found friends”.
| Meaning | One who has found friends |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | मित्रविन्दा |
| Pronunciation | mih-truh-VIN-dah |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Mitravinda
Mitravinda is usually explained as mitra, 'friend', plus vinda, 'finding' or 'obtaining'. In the Bhagavata Purana she is a princess of Avanti and one of the eight principal wives of Krishna, known as the Ashtabharya, who chose Krishna at her svayamvara. The name is rare today and has a distinctly classical, devotional flavour. Some retellings describe her as a cousin of Krishna, the daughter of his father's sister.
Is Mitravinda a Hindu name?
Mitravinda is a Hindu name from Krishna's life story, counted among his eight chief queens in the Puranas.
How popular is Mitravinda?
Very rare as a modern given name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mitravinda mean?
Mitravinda means 'One who has found friends'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Mitravinda a Hindu name?
Mitravinda is a Hindu name from Krishna's life story, counted among his eight chief queens in the Puranas.
How do you pronounce Mitravinda?
Mitravinda is pronounced mih-truh-VIN-dah.
Is Mitravinda a boy or girl name?
Mitravinda is usually a girl name.