Parthasarathy
Parthasarathy is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit, via Tamil origin, meaning “Charioteer of Arjuna (Krishna)”.
| Meaning | Charioteer of Arjuna (Krishna) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Tamil |
| Written as | பார்த்தசாரதி |
| Pronunciation | paar-thuh-SAA-ruh-thee |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka |
Meaning and origin of Parthasarathy
Parthasarathy joins Partha, a name of Arjuna as son of Pritha (Kunti), with sarathi, 'charioteer'. It describes Krishna, who drove Arjuna's chariot at Kurukshetra and taught him the Bhagavad Gita there. The Parthasarathy Temple in Triplicane, Chennai, is one of the most important Vaishnava temples in Tamil Nadu. The name is most common among Tamil and Telugu families and is often shortened to Partha or Sarathy.
Is Parthasarathy a Hindu name?
A Hindu name that honours Krishna in the role of guide and teacher of the Bhagavad Gita.
How popular is Parthasarathy?
A traditional South Indian name, especially in Tamil Nadu.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Parthasarathy mean?
Parthasarathy means 'Charioteer of Arjuna (Krishna)'. It is of Sanskrit, via Tamil origin.
Is Parthasarathy a Hindu name?
A Hindu name that honours Krishna in the role of guide and teacher of the Bhagavad Gita.
How do you pronounce Parthasarathy?
Parthasarathy is pronounced paar-thuh-SAA-ruh-thee.
Is Parthasarathy a boy or girl name?
Parthasarathy is usually a boy name.