Dhrutadharmanghridhavana (द्रुतधर्माङ्घ्रिधावन, IAST: Dhrutadharmāṅghridhāvana) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy-name meaning “He who swiftly runs to those who take refuge in dharma”. From druta (swift), dharma (righteousness), aṅghri (foot/step), and dhāvana (running), this name portrays Viṣṇu as the protector who hastens His divine feet to the aid of the righteous.

Meaning, etymology & significance

Dhruta means swift or rapid, dharma is cosmic righteousness and virtue, aṅghri denotes the foot or step, and dhāvana means running or rushing forth. Together they paint a vivid image of the Lord who does not delay His protection—He runs toward those who uphold dharma or cry out for His grace. This name resonates with Viṣṇu's role as the preserver who actively sustains the moral order.

It is an epithet of Viṣṇu as the ever-vigilant protector of the faithful, recalling His many swift interventions—as Nṛsiṁha bursting from the pillar or as Kṛṣṇa flying to Draupadī's aid. The compound is theologically expressive but somewhat long for everyday use as a given name.

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Scriptural source

Dhrutadharmanghridhavana appears in the Vishnu Sahasranama, among the sacred names of Vishnu.