Gurudatt (गुरुदत्त) is a Hindu boy name meaning “Given by the Guru”.
Gurudatt means “Given by the Guru”. Gurudatt (गुरुदत्त · గురుదత్త్) is a classical Sanskrit Hindu boy's name meaning “Given by the Guru”. It is formed from guru (teacher), datta (given). By the traditional first-syllable (Avakahada) rule, “गु” falls in Dhanishta nakshatra, pada 3, within Kumbha rashi (Aquarius).
Gurudatt name meaning at a glance
| Fact | Gurudatt |
|---|---|
| Meaning | Given by the Guru |
| Gender | Hindu boy name |
| Origin | Classical Sanskrit |
| Roots | guru (teacher) + datta (given) |
| Style | Classic |
| Devanagari | गुरुदत्त |
| Telugu | గురుదత్త్ |
| Sanskrit (IAST) | gurudatta |
| Pronunciation | Gu-ru-datt |
| First syllable | गु |
| Nakshatra | Dhanishta (pada 3) |
| Rashi | Kumbha (Aquarius) |
| Numerology | 3 (Chaldean) · 4 (Pythagorean) |
| Themes | Spiritual & philosophical |
Meaning and Sanskrit roots of Gurudatt
Gurudatt is a classical Sanskrit name. It is built from:
- guru — teacher
- datta — given
Each root can be looked up in the Monier-Williams Sanskrit-English Dictionary (Cologne Digital Sanskrit Dictionaries).
Nakshatra and rashi for Gurudatt
By the traditional first-syllable (Avakahada) rule, the opening syllable “गु” of Gurudatt falls in Dhanishta nakshatra, pada 3, which lies in Kumbha rashi (Aquarius). This follows directly from the chart.
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How to write Gurudatt
- Hindi / Sanskrit (Devanagari): गुरुदत्त
- Telugu: గురుదత్త్
- Sanskrit transliteration (IAST): gurudatta
How to pronounce Gurudatt
Say it as “Gu-ru-datt” — 3 spoken syllables.
Gurudatt is easy to say and spell in English-speaking countries — a practical choice for NRI families.
Names similar to Gurudatt
Gabhira, Gahana, Gaudapada, Geetansh, Govindapada, Gritsamad
Gurudatt: frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of the name Gurudatt?
Gurudatt means “Given by the Guru”. It is formed from guru (teacher), datta (given).
Is Gurudatt a traditional or a modern name?
Gurudatt is a classical Sanskrit name.
How is Gurudatt written in Hindi and Telugu?
In Devanagari (Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi): गुरुदत्त. In Telugu: గురుదత్త్. Sanskrit transliteration: gurudatta.
Which nakshatra and rashi suit the name Gurudatt?
Its first syllable “गु” falls in Dhanishta nakshatra (pada 3) and Kumbha rashi (Aquarius) by the Avakahada chart.
What is the numerology number of Gurudatt?
3 in Chaldean numerology and 4 in Pythagorean numerology.
Method: Meaning traced to the Sanskrit roots; nakshatra and rashi by the Avakahada first-syllable chart (rashi derived from the pada); numerology by the Chaldean and Pythagorean systems. HinduTone does not list popularity figures or “lucky” claims.
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Gurudatt — Name Facts
- Meaning
- Given by the Guru
- Gender
- Hindu boy name
- Nakshatra
- Dhanishta
- Rashi
- Kumbha (Aquarius)
- Numerology
- 3
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gurudatt mean?
Gurudatt is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy name meaning “Given by the Guru”.
Is Gurudatt a boy or girl name?
Gurudatt is traditionally a Hindu boy name.
Which nakshatra and rashi suit the name Gurudatt?
By the first-syllable rule of Vedic naming, Gurudatt aligns with the Dhanishta nakshatra, under the Kumbha (Aquarius) rashi.
What is the numerology number of Gurudatt?
The Chaldean name number of Gurudatt is 3.
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