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Eklavya Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "eklavya" is "one who is self-taught", and is used often for "boys".

Name
eklavya
Meaning
one who is self-taught
Pronunciation
ek-luhv-yuh
Used for
boys
Syllables
3

Eklavya Name Details

The name Eklavya has its roots in Hindu mythology. In the ancient epic, Mahabharata, Eklavya was a young prince of the Nishadha kingdom who aspired to learn archery from the renowned guru, Dronacharya. However, due to some circumstances, Dronacharya refused to be his teacher. Determined to learn, Eklavya built a clay statue of Dronacharya and practiced archery in front of it, eventually mastering the art. His dedication and self-learning abilities are the inspirations behind the meaning of the name Eklavya.

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Likha (LEE-kah)
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Rachana (ruh-CHAH-nuh)
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Yadavi (yah-DAH-vee)
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Behzad (beh-ZAHD)
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Bulus (BOO-luhs)
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Chawish (Cha-wish)
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Thanvita (THUN-vee-tah)
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Tamiika (tah-MEE-kuh)
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Hajib (hah-jeeb)
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Marunda (muh-ROON-duh)
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Jacinth (JAY-sinth)
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Namo (NAH-moh)