Radha
Radha is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Success, prosperity; Krishna's beloved”.
| Meaning | Success, prosperity; Krishna's beloved |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | राधा |
| Pronunciation | RAA-dhah |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal, Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Radha
Radha comes from the Sanskrit root rādh, 'to succeed, accomplish', so the word means success or prosperity. Radha is the cowherd girl of Vrindavan who is Krishna's beloved, celebrated in Jayadeva's Gita Govinda and in centuries of devotional poetry. In many Vaishnava traditions she is worshipped as a goddess and as Krishna's divine energy. The name has been loved in India for centuries.
Is Radha a Hindu name?
Radha is one of the most important figures in Krishna devotion, and in traditions like the Gaudiya Vaishnavas she is honoured as the supreme goddess alongside Krishna.
How popular is Radha?
Widely known in India and among Hindu and Krishna-devotee families worldwide.
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Spellings and variants of Radha
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Radha mean?
Radha means 'Success, prosperity; Krishna's beloved'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Radha a Hindu name?
Radha is one of the most important figures in Krishna devotion, and in traditions like the Gaudiya Vaishnavas she is honoured as the supreme goddess alongside Krishna.
How do you pronounce Radha?
Radha is pronounced RAA-dhah.
Is Radha a boy or girl name?
Radha is usually a girl name.