Uddhav
Uddhav is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Friend of Krishna; festive joy”.
| Meaning | Friend of Krishna; festive joy |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | उद्धव |
| Pronunciation | UD-dhuv |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Uddhav
Uddhav is the Marathi and Hindi form of Uddhava, the cousin, friend and adviser of Krishna. In the Bhagavata Purana Krishna gives him a long teaching known as the Uddhava Gita before leaving the world, and sends him to comfort the gopis of Vrindavan. As a Sanskrit word uddhava is usually explained as 'festival' or 'joy'. A well-known modern bearer is the Maharashtra politician Uddhav Thackeray.
Is Uddhav a Hindu name?
Uddhava is honoured in Vaishnava tradition as one of Krishna's closest devotees.
How popular is Uddhav?
Used especially in Maharashtra and among Krishna devotees.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Uddhav mean?
Uddhav means 'Friend of Krishna; festive joy'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Uddhav a Hindu name?
Uddhava is honoured in Vaishnava tradition as one of Krishna's closest devotees.
How do you pronounce Uddhav?
Uddhav is pronounced UD-dhuv.
Is Uddhav a boy or girl name?
Uddhav is usually a boy name.