Ravindra
Ravindra is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Lord of the sun; the sun”.
| Meaning | Lord of the sun; the sun |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | रवीन्द्र |
| Pronunciation | ruh-VEEN-druh |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal, Sri Lanka |
Meaning and origin of Ravindra
Ravindra joins ravi, 'the sun', with indra, 'chief' or 'lord', giving 'lord among suns' or simply the sun as king of the sky. Its Bengali form Rabindra is famous through Rabindranath Tagore, the Nobel Prize-winning poet. The cricketer Ravindra Jadeja is a well-known modern bearer. It is often shortened to Ravi.
Is Ravindra a Hindu name?
A Hindu name connected to Surya, the sun god.
How popular is Ravindra?
Common across India; Ravinder is frequent in Punjab and Ravindran in Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ravindra mean?
Ravindra means 'Lord of the sun; the sun'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Ravindra a Hindu name?
A Hindu name connected to Surya, the sun god.
How do you pronounce Ravindra?
Ravindra is pronounced ruh-VEEN-druh.
Is Ravindra a boy or girl name?
Ravindra is usually a boy name.