Venkateswara
Venkateswara is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit and Telugu origin, meaning “Lord of Venkata hill”.
| Meaning | Lord of Venkata hill |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit and Telugu |
| Written as | వేంకటేశ్వర |
| Pronunciation | vayn-kuh-TAYSH-wuh-ruh |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Venkateswara
Venkateswara joins Venkata, the sacred hill at Tirumala in Andhra Pradesh, with ishvara, 'lord'. He is the form of Vishnu worshipped at the Tirumala Venkateswara Temple, one of the most visited pilgrimage sites in the world. Traditional explanations of Venkata itself vary, one popular reading being 'the one who destroys sins'. The name is often shortened to Venkat or Venkatesh.
Is Venkateswara a Hindu name?
Venkateswara, also called Balaji or Srinivasa, is a form of Lord Vishnu and the presiding deity of Tirumala, and is deeply loved across South India.
How popular is Venkateswara?
Very common in Telugu families, usually in a shortened form in daily life.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Venkateswara mean?
Venkateswara means 'Lord of Venkata hill'. It is of Sanskrit and Telugu origin.
Is Venkateswara a Hindu name?
Venkateswara, also called Balaji or Srinivasa, is a form of Lord Vishnu and the presiding deity of Tirumala, and is deeply loved across South India.
How do you pronounce Venkateswara?
Venkateswara is pronounced vayn-kuh-TAYSH-wuh-ruh.
Is Venkateswara a boy or girl name?
Venkateswara is usually a boy name.