Vasudha
Vasudha is a Hindu girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Earth”.
| Meaning | Earth |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | वसुधा |
| Pronunciation | vuh-SOO-dhaa |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Vasudha
Vasudha comes from vasu, 'wealth', and dha, 'holding', so the earth is 'she who holds riches'. The name is used for the earth goddess, Bhudevi. The phrase Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, 'the world is one family', from the Maha Upanishad, contains the same word. It is a feminine name, despite sometimes being listed for boys.
Is Vasudha a Hindu name?
Vasudha is a name of the earth goddess and is familiar from the Hindu ideal that the world is one family.
How popular is Vasudha?
A traditional girls' name in India.
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Spellings and variants of Vasudha
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Vasudha mean?
Vasudha means 'Earth'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Vasudha a Hindu name?
Vasudha is a name of the earth goddess and is familiar from the Hindu ideal that the world is one family.
How do you pronounce Vasudha?
Vasudha is pronounced vuh-SOO-dhaa.
Is Vasudha a boy or girl name?
Vasudha is usually a girl name.