Yashendra
Yashendra (यशेन्द्र) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy-name meaning “King of glory; the regal famed one”. Find pronunciation, origin, deity association, popularity and similar Hindu baby names.
Yashendra (यशेन्द्र) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy-name meaning “King of glory; the regal famed one”. Find pronunciation, origin, deity association, popularity and similar Hindu baby names.
Yashendra (यशेन्द्र, IAST: yaśendra) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy-name meaning “King of glory; the regal famed one”. Compound of yaśas (glory, fame) + indra (king, the foremost); the king of glory.
Meaning, etymology & significance
Yashendra (यशेन्द्र) is built from yaśas (glory, fame, lasting reputation) + indra — used in compound as "the foremost, the chief, the king of." The literal sense is "king of glory" — a regal version of yaśas where the bearer is not merely glorious but the very lord of glory itself.
The Bhagavad Gita lists yaśas among the six divine glories of Bhagavan in chapter 10. To name a child Yashendra is therefore to wish him glory not as ego-pride but as a divine quality — fame that follows naturally from dharmic action, and that itself wears a regal bearing.
The name is uncommon in 2026 but unmistakably Sanskrit. It pairs especially well with longer surnames where the four-syllable weight balances; the closely related Yashvardhan (increaser of glory) and Yashasvi (the glorious one) are also valid.
Pronunciation: ya-SHEN-dra. The opening "Ya" places it under Mula nakshatra and Dhanu rashi.
Astrology — nakshatra & rashi
By the standard Vedic correspondence between the first syllable of a name and the lunar mansion (nakshatra), Yashendra aligns with the Mula nakshatra, under the Dhanu rashi (Moon sign).
Similar names
Hindu names with a similar feel or meaning include: Yashasvi, Yashvardhan, Indra. 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 Yashendra mean?
Yashendra ( यशेन्द्र , IAST: yaśendra ) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy-name meaning “King of glory; the regal famed one” . Compound of yaśas (glory, fame) + indra (king, the foremost); the king of glory.
Is Yashendra 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 Yashendra?
It has Sanskrit/Hindu origins; its roots, deity association and significance are detailed above.
Are there variations or similar names to Yashendra?
Related and similarly-themed Hindu names, along with their meanings, are listed in the guide above to help you choose.
Yashendra — Name Facts
- Meaning
- King of glory; the regal famed one
- Gender
- Hindu boy name
- Nakshatra
- Jyeshtha
- Rashi
- Vrischika (Scorpio)
- Numerology
- 9
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yashendra mean?
Yashendra is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy name meaning “King of glory; the regal famed one”.
Is Yashendra a boy or girl name?
Yashendra is traditionally a Hindu boy name.
Which nakshatra and rashi suit the name Yashendra?
By the first-syllable rule of Vedic naming, Yashendra aligns with the Jyeshtha nakshatra, under the Vrischika (Scorpio) rashi.
What is the numerology number of Yashendra?
The Chaldean name number of Yashendra is 9.
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