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Ganesha Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "ganesha" is "lord of beginnings and the remover of obstacles", and is used often for "boys".

Name
ganesha
Meaning
lord of beginnings and the remover of obstacles
Pronunciation
gÉ™-neh-shÉ™
Used for
boys
Syllables
3

Ganesha Name Details

The name Ganesha is of Sanskrit origin and is widely used in Hindu culture. Ganesha is one of the most worshipped deities in Hinduism and is revered as the elephant-headed god. He is known as the Lord of beginnings and the remover of obstacles. In Hindu mythology, Ganesha is believed to bring good fortune and prosperity to his devotees. The name Ganesha is derived from combining the Sanskrit words 'gana' (meaning group, troop, or multitude) and 'isha' (meaning lord or ruler). Ganesha is often invoked before starting any important task or undertaking to seek his blessings and remove any obstacles in the path.

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Kardawaiyah (kar-da-WAI-yah)
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