Sudhanva
Sudhanva is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Archer with a fine bow”.
| Meaning | Archer with a fine bow |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | सुधन्वा |
| Pronunciation | soo-DHUN-vah |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Sudhanva
Sudhanva comes from Sanskrit sudhanvan, 'one who has an excellent bow', from su, 'good', and dhanvan, 'bow'. It appears as an epithet of Vishnu, who wields the bow Sharnga, and as the name of several figures in the epics and Puranas, including a devout prince who fought Arjuna in Jaimini's retelling of the Ashvamedha story. As a given name it is uncommon but found especially in Karnataka.
Is Sudhanva a Hindu name?
Sudhanva is a Hindu name linked to Vishnu as the divine archer and to devoted heroes of Puranic stories. It suits families who like strong names from Hindu mythology.
How popular is Sudhanva?
Rare, used mostly by South Indian, especially Kannada-speaking, families.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sudhanva mean?
Sudhanva means 'Archer with a fine bow'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Sudhanva a Hindu name?
Sudhanva is a Hindu name linked to Vishnu as the divine archer and to devoted heroes of Puranic stories. It suits families who like strong names from Hindu mythology.
How do you pronounce Sudhanva?
Sudhanva is pronounced soo-DHUN-vah.
Is Sudhanva a boy or girl name?
Sudhanva is usually a boy name.