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Gandhari Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "gandhari" is "of gandhara", and is used often for "female".

Name
gandhari
Meaning
of gandhara
Pronunciation
gan-dah-ree
Used for
female
Syllables
3

Gandhari Name Details

Gandhari is a Sanskrit name derived from the name of the ancient kingdom of Gandhara, located in present-day Pakistan and Afghanistan. The name is often associated with the character Gandhari from the Indian epic, Mahabharata. Gandhari was the wife of King Dhritarashtra and the mother of the Kauravas, who played a significant role in the war of Kurukshetra. The name Gandhari signifies a connection to the rich cultural and historical heritage of the Gandhara region.

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