Shrinarasimha
Shrinarasimha (श्रीनृसिंह) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy-name meaning “Auspicious Lord Narasiṃha, the divine man-lion”. Find pronunciation, origin, deity association, popularity and similar Hindu baby names.
Shrinarasimha (श्रीनृसिंह) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy-name meaning “Auspicious Lord Narasiṃha, the divine man-lion”. Find pronunciation, origin, deity association, popularity and similar Hindu baby names.
Shrinarasimha (श्रीनृसिंह, IAST: Śrīnṛsiṃha) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy-name meaning “Auspicious Lord Narasiṃha, the divine man-lion”. The prefix Śrī adds supreme auspiciousness and divine glory to nṛsiṃha (man-lion), the fourth avatāra of Vishnu, who emerged from a pillar to slay the demon Hiraṇyakaśipu and protect the devotee Prahlāda.
Meaning, etymology & significance
Nṛsiṃha is formed from nṛ (man) and siṃha (lion), describing Vishnu's terrific half-human, half-lion form that transcended the boon granted to Hiraṇyakaśipu — that he could not be killed by man or beast, indoors or outdoors, by day or night. The Śrī prefix places this fierce form within the framework of divine grace and prosperity, reminding devotees that His fearsome aspect is ultimately an expression of infinite compassion for His devotees.
Śrīnṛsiṃha is one of the most beloved epithets in Vaishnava tradition and lends its name to numerous temples, most famously at Ahobilam in Andhra Pradesh. The name Narasimha is widely given to boys in Telugu and Kannada speaking communities; Shrinarasimha is the fuller, more sanctified form.
Scriptural source
Shrinarasimha appears in the Vishnu Sahasranama, among the sacred names of Vishnu.
Shrinarasimha — Name Facts
- Meaning
- Auspicious Lord Narasiṃha, the divine man-lion
- Gender
- Hindu boy name
- Nakshatra
- Hasta
- Rashi
- Kanya (Virgo)
- Numerology
- 7
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shrinarasimha mean?
Shrinarasimha is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy name meaning “Auspicious Lord Narasiṃha, the divine man-lion”.
Is Shrinarasimha a boy or girl name?
Shrinarasimha is traditionally a Hindu boy name.
Which nakshatra and rashi suit the name Shrinarasimha?
By the first-syllable rule of Vedic naming, Shrinarasimha aligns with the Hasta nakshatra, under the Kanya (Virgo) rashi.
What is the numerology number of Shrinarasimha?
The Chaldean name number of Shrinarasimha is 7.
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