Bhairavesh
Bhairavesh (भैरवेश) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy-name meaning “Lord of Bhairava; master of the terrifying cosmic force”. Find pronunciation, origin, deity association, popularity and similar Hindu baby names.
Bhairavesh (भैरवेश) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy-name meaning “Lord of Bhairava; master of the terrifying cosmic force”. Find pronunciation, origin, deity association, popularity and similar Hindu baby names.
Bhairavesh (भैरवेश, IAST: Bhairaveśa) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy-name meaning “Lord of Bhairava; master of the terrifying cosmic force”. From bhairava (the terrific, awe-inspiring form) and īśa (lord/master), this name declares Vishnu as the supreme sovereign even over the awesome, fearsome aspect of divinity personified by Bhairava.
Meaning, etymology & significance
Bhairava derives from the root bhī (to fear) with the suffix -rava (roar/sound), denoting that which causes the universe to tremble with awe; īśa comes from the root īś (to rule, to possess). Together they affirm that Vishnu governs even the most dreadful cosmic energies, encompassing all manifestations of divine power within His sovereignty.
As an epithet of Vishnu in the Sahasranama, Bhairaveśa underscores His all-encompassing lordship over every aspect of creation including its most fearsome face; the name is pronounced bhai-ra-VESH and may be shortened to Bhairavesh for daily use.
Scriptural source
Bhairavesh appears in the Vishnu Sahasranama, among the sacred names of Vishnu.
Astrology — nakshatra, rashi & numerology
By the standard Vedic correspondence between a name’s first syllable and the lunar mansion, Bhairavesh aligns with the Mula nakshatra, under the Dhanu rashi (Moon sign). Its Chaldean name-number is 4.
Bhairavesh — Name Facts
- Meaning
- Lord of Bhairava; master of the terrifying cosmic force
- Gender
- Hindu boy name
- Nakshatra
- Mula
- Rashi
- Dhanu (Sagittarius)
- Numerology
- 4
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bhairavesh mean?
Bhairavesh is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy name meaning “Lord of Bhairava; master of the terrifying cosmic force”.
Is Bhairavesh a boy or girl name?
Bhairavesh is traditionally a Hindu boy name.
Which nakshatra and rashi suit the name Bhairavesh?
By the first-syllable rule of Vedic naming, Bhairavesh aligns with the Mula nakshatra, under the Dhanu (Sagittarius) rashi.
What is the numerology number of Bhairavesh?
The Chaldean name number of Bhairavesh is 4.
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