Kalpaditya
Kalpaditya (कल्पादित्य) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy-name meaning “Sun of an age; the radiance that marks an era”. Find pronunciation, origin, deity association, popularity and similar Hindu baby names.
Kalpaditya (कल्पादित्य) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy-name meaning “Sun of an age; the radiance that marks an era”. Find pronunciation, origin, deity association, popularity and similar Hindu baby names.
Kalpaditya (कल्पादित्य, IAST: kalpāditya) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy-name meaning “Sun of an age; the radiance that marks an era”. Compound of kalpa (cosmic age) + āditya (sun); the historical king Kalpaditya of Kashmir bore this name.
Meaning, etymology & significance
Kalpaditya (कल्पादित्य) is built from kalpa (cosmic age) + āditya (sun). The literal sense is "the sun of an age" — a radiant figure whose presence marks an entire era.
The name is borne historically by Kalpaditya, a 7th-century king of the Karkota dynasty of Kashmir, whose reign is recorded in Kalhana's Rajatarangini. The Karkota kings styled themselves "Adityas" — solar kings — and Kalpaditya, the Lalitaditya line, and others bear the suffix -āditya in their formal Sanskrit names.
To name a child Kalpaditya is therefore to invoke both the cosmic time-scale of Hindu thought and the royal solar lineage of Kashmir. The name pairs particularly well with classical Kashmiri-Brahmanic surnames or with longer family names where the four-syllable weight balances naturally.
Pronunciation: kalp-AA-dit-ya. The opening "K" places it under Mrigashira nakshatra and Mithuna rashi by Vedic convention.
Astrology — nakshatra & rashi
By the standard Vedic correspondence between the first syllable of a name and the lunar mansion (nakshatra), Kalpaditya aligns with the Mrigashira nakshatra, under the Mithuna rashi (Moon sign).
Similar names
Hindu names with a similar feel or meaning include: Aditya, Kalp, Lalitaditya. Each is a distinct choice with its own etymology — explore them on their own pages for fuller context.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Kalpaditya mean?
Kalpaditya ( कल्पादित्य , IAST: kalpāditya ) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy-name meaning “Sun of an age; the radiance that marks an era” . Compound of kalpa (cosmic age) + āditya (sun); the historical king Kalpaditya of Kashmir bore this name.
Is Kalpaditya a good Hindu baby name?
Yes — it is a traditional Hindu name with an auspicious meaning, suitable for a baby and rooted in Sanatana Dharma values.
What is the origin of the name Kalpaditya?
It has Sanskrit/Hindu origins; its roots, deity association and significance are detailed above.
Are there variations or similar names to Kalpaditya?
Related and similarly-themed Hindu names, along with their meanings, are listed in the guide above to help you choose.
Kalpaditya — Name Facts
- Meaning
- Sun of an age; the radiance that marks an era
- Gender
- Hindu boy name
- Nakshatra
- Mrigashira
- Rashi
- Mithuna (Gemini)
- Numerology
- 8
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kalpaditya mean?
Kalpaditya is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy name meaning “Sun of an age; the radiance that marks an era”.
Is Kalpaditya a boy or girl name?
Kalpaditya is traditionally a Hindu boy name.
Which nakshatra and rashi suit the name Kalpaditya?
By the first-syllable rule of Vedic naming, Kalpaditya aligns with the Mrigashira nakshatra, under the Mithuna (Gemini) rashi.
What is the numerology number of Kalpaditya?
The Chaldean name number of Kalpaditya is 8.
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