Pradhyumna
Pradhyumna (प्रद्युम्न) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy-name meaning “The very brilliant; son of Krishna”. Find pronunciation, origin, deity association, popularity and similar Hindu baby names.
Pradhyumna (प्रद्युम्न) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy-name meaning “The very brilliant; son of Krishna”. Find pronunciation, origin, deity association, popularity and similar Hindu baby names.
Pradhyumna (प्रद्युम्न, IAST: pradyumna) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy-name meaning “The very brilliant; son of Krishna”. Pradyumna is the eldest son of Krishna and Rukmini; identified with Kamadeva, the god of love.
Meaning, etymology & significance
Pradhyumna (प्रद्युम्न) is the South-Indian transliteration of Pradyumna — built from pra (forth) + dyumna (radiance, splendour). The literal sense is "the very brilliant, the manifestly radiant." In the Bhagavata Purana Pradyumna is the eldest son of Krishna and his queen Rukmini, born in Dvaraka.
The Puranas identify Pradyumna with Kamadeva, the god of love — when Shiva burned Kamadeva to ashes, Kamadeva was reborn as Pradyumna in Krishna's family. The Vaishnava Pancharatra theology further identifies Pradyumna as one of the four vyūhas (cosmic manifestations) of Vishnu: Vasudeva, Sankarshana, Pradyumna and Aniruddha — each governing one aspect of cosmic functioning.
To name a child Pradhyumna is therefore to invoke this rich Krishna-family theology and the Pancharatra cosmic framework. The name resonates particularly in Vaishnava and Pancharatra-oriented families.
Pronunciation: prud-YOOM-na. Pair with classical Vaishnava surnames or with traditional South-Indian family names.
Astrology — nakshatra & rashi
By the standard Vedic correspondence between the first syllable of a name and the lunar mansion (nakshatra), Pradhyumna aligns with the Uttara phalguni nakshatra, under the Kanya rashi (Moon sign).
Similar names
Hindu names with a similar feel or meaning include: Pradyumna, Aniruddha, Krishna. 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 Pradhyumna mean?
Pradhyumna ( प्रद्युम्न , IAST: pradyumna ) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy-name meaning “The very brilliant; son of Krishna” . Pradyumna is the eldest son of Krishna and Rukmini; identified with Kamadeva, the god of love.
Is Pradhyumna 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 Pradhyumna?
It has Sanskrit/Hindu origins; its roots, deity association and significance are detailed above.
Are there variations or similar names to Pradhyumna?
Related and similarly-themed Hindu names, along with their meanings, are listed in the guide above to help you choose.
Pradhyumna — Name Facts
- Meaning
- The very brilliant; son of Krishna
- Gender
- Hindu boy name
- Nakshatra
- Uttara Phalguni
- Rashi
- Kanya (Virgo)
- Numerology
- 1
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Pradhyumna mean?
Pradhyumna is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy name meaning “The very brilliant; son of Krishna”.
Is Pradhyumna a boy or girl name?
Pradhyumna is traditionally a Hindu boy name.
Which nakshatra and rashi suit the name Pradhyumna?
By the first-syllable rule of Vedic naming, Pradhyumna aligns with the Uttara Phalguni nakshatra, under the Kanya (Virgo) rashi.
What is the numerology number of Pradhyumna?
The Chaldean name number of Pradhyumna is 1.
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