Vaishnavi
Vaishnavi is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Of Vishnu; devotee of Vishnu”.
| Meaning | Of Vishnu; devotee of Vishnu |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | वैष्णवी |
| Pronunciation | VAISH-nuh-vee |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Vaishnavi
Vaishnavi is the feminine of vaishnava, 'belonging to Vishnu', and can mean a female devotee of Vishnu or the goddess as Vishnu's power. Vaishnavi is one of the seven Matrikas, the mother goddesses. The name is also linked to Vaishno Devi, whose shrine in the Trikuta hills of Jammu draws millions of pilgrims. It has been one of India's most popular girls' names.
Is Vaishnavi a Hindu name?
Vaishnavi refers to the goddess as Vishnu's energy and is associated with the Vaishno Devi shrine.
How popular is Vaishnavi?
Very popular for girls in India in recent decades.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Vaishnavi mean?
Vaishnavi means 'Of Vishnu; devotee of Vishnu'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Vaishnavi a Hindu name?
Vaishnavi refers to the goddess as Vishnu's energy and is associated with the Vaishno Devi shrine.
How do you pronounce Vaishnavi?
Vaishnavi is pronounced VAISH-nuh-vee.
Is Vaishnavi a boy or girl name?
Vaishnavi is usually a girl name.