Murari
Murari is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit (India) origin, meaning “Enemy of the demon Mura”.
| Meaning | Enemy of the demon Mura |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit (India) |
| Pronunciation | moo-RAH-ree |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Murari
Murari comes from Sanskrit Mura-ari, meaning 'enemy of Mura'. In Hindu tradition it is a title of Krishna, who slew the demon Mura, and it is loved for that devotional story. Hindu families use it across India, particularly in the northern and eastern states, and it is also known in Nepal, sometimes in the longer form Murarilal. Since it has no Arabic origin, it does not belong among Islamic names.
Is Murari a Hindu name?
Murari is a Hindu name and an epithet of Krishna, so it is not an Islamic name. Muslim parents who like its sound might prefer Murad, Murshid or Muzammil.
How popular is Murari?
Used by Hindu families in India and Nepal.
Gifts with the name Murari
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Spellings and variants of Murari
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Murari mean?
Murari means 'Enemy of the demon Mura'. It is of Sanskrit (India) origin.
Is Murari a Hindu name?
Murari is a Hindu name and an epithet of Krishna, so it is not an Islamic name. Muslim parents who like its sound might prefer Murad, Murshid or Muzammil.
How do you pronounce Murari?
Murari is pronounced moo-RAH-ree.
Is Murari a boy or girl name?
Murari is usually a boy name.