Uthara
Uthara is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit, via Malayalam origin, meaning “Northern; higher, excellent”.
| Meaning | Northern; higher, excellent |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Malayalam |
| Written as | ഉത്തര |
| Pronunciation | UTH-uh-rah |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Uthara
Uthara is the Kerala spelling of Uttara, a Sanskrit word meaning northern, upper or superior; it is sometimes loosely glossed as 'northern star'. In the Mahabharata, Uttara is the daughter of King Virata. She marries Abhimanyu, the son of Arjuna, and becomes the mother of Parikshit, who continues the Pandava line. The name has been popular for girls in Kerala, where Mahabharata names are widely used.
Is Uthara a Hindu name?
Uttara is a Hindu name with roots in the Mahabharata, where she is remembered as the mother of King Parikshit. The word north (uttara) also has auspicious associations in Hindu ritual.
How popular is Uthara?
Used mainly in Kerala and South India, with Uttara found across India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Uthara mean?
Uthara means 'Northern; higher, excellent'. It is of Sanskrit, via Malayalam origin.
Is Uthara a Hindu name?
Uttara is a Hindu name with roots in the Mahabharata, where she is remembered as the mother of King Parikshit. The word north (uttara) also has auspicious associations in Hindu ritual.
How do you pronounce Uthara?
Uthara is pronounced UTH-uh-rah.
Is Uthara a boy or girl name?
Uthara is usually a girl name.