👦 Edit

Nilakantha Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

Nilakantha name meaning may be be something you want to learn more about, and we want to help with that.

Overview

The meaning of the name "nilakantha" is "blue-throated", and is used often for "boy".

Name
nilakantha
Meaning
blue-throated
Pronunciation
nee-la-kan-tha
Used for
boy
Syllables
4

Nilakantha Name Details

Nilakantha is a Sanskrit name, derived from the combination of the words 'nila' meaning 'blue' and 'kantha' meaning 'throat'. It is an epithet of Lord Shiva, who is often depicted with a blue throat. The name Nilakantha symbolizes his appearance after consuming poison during the churning of the cosmic ocean. It is a popular name in Hindu culture and is given to boys.

👧
Maggen (MAG-en)
👦
Priyaranjan (PREE-yuh-RUN-jun)
👦
Karson (KAHR-sən or KAR-sən)
👦
Shariz (shah-riz)
👦
Albahaar (ahl-bah-HAHR)
👧
Piyushi (pee-yoo-shee)
👦
Naaif (Nah-eev)
👦
Suraraj (soo-ruh-raj)
👧👦
Nevada (neh-VAH-duh)
👦
Yaser (yay-ser)
👦
Zayne (zayn)
👧
Tihami (Tee-haa-mee)