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Yama Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "yama" is "yama is a name of sanskrit origin which means 'restrainer' or 'restraining.' in hinduism, yama is the god of death and the lord of justice and is often depicted as having a blue or green complexion.", and is used often for "yama is commonly used as a masculine name.".

Name
yama
Meaning
yama is a name of sanskrit origin which means 'restrainer' or 'restraining.' in hinduism, yama is the god of death and the lord of justice and is often depicted as having a blue or green complexion.
Pronunciation
yah-mah
Used for
yama is commonly used as a masculine name.
Syllables
2

Yama Name Details

In Hindu mythology, Yama is considered the first mortal being to have died and he is responsible for guiding souls to the afterlife. He is also associated with dharma, the concept of moral and ethical duties.

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Gurudaas (gu-ru-das)
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Devabodhi (deh-vuh-boh-dee)
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Pidraam (pi-draam)
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Goli (GOH-lee)
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Buhsum (buhs-uhm)
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Fleta (FLEH-tah)
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Bagga (BUH-gah)
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Naseelah (na-SEE-lah)
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Shamata (sha-MAH-ta)
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Areesh (uh-reesh)
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Nashal (Nuh-shal)
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Bareed (ba-REED)