Padmanabh
Padmanabh is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Lotus-naveled one; Vishnu”.
| Meaning | Lotus-naveled one; Vishnu |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | पद्मनाभ |
| Pronunciation | pud-muh-NAHBH |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Padmanabh
Padmanabh joins padma, 'lotus', and nabha, 'navel', and is one of the names of Vishnu. Hindu cosmology describes a lotus springing from Vishnu's navel as he rests on the serpent Ananta, and from it Brahma is born to create the world. The famous Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram is dedicated to this form of Vishnu. The name is often written Padmanabhan in the south.
Is Padmanabh a Hindu name?
Padmanabh is a direct name of Vishnu, listed in the Vishnu Sahasranama, and is a favourite in Vaishnava families.
How popular is Padmanabh?
Traditional, used mainly in South and West India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Padmanabh mean?
Padmanabh means 'Lotus-naveled one; Vishnu'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Padmanabh a Hindu name?
Padmanabh is a direct name of Vishnu, listed in the Vishnu Sahasranama, and is a favourite in Vaishnava families.
How do you pronounce Padmanabh?
Padmanabh is pronounced pud-muh-NAHBH.
Is Padmanabh a boy or girl name?
Padmanabh is usually a boy name.