Priyaṅkarī
Priyaṅkarī (प्रियंकरी) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu girl-name meaning “She who brings delight and blessings to all”. Find pronunciation, origin, deity association, popularity and similar Hindu baby names.
Priyaṅkarī (प्रियंकरी) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu girl-name meaning “She who brings delight and blessings to all”. Find pronunciation, origin, deity association, popularity and similar Hindu baby names.
Priyaṅkarī (प्रियंकरी, IAST: Priyaṅkarī) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu girl-name meaning “She who brings delight and blessings to all”. From priya (that which is dear or pleasing) and karī (feminine of kara, one who does or creates), this name honors Lalitā as the one who perpetually creates joy and auspiciousness for her devotees.
Meaning, etymology & significance
Priyaṅkarī is derived from priya-kara, meaning one who causes or bestows what is beloved and good. The feminine ending -ī establishes this as the Goddess's own nature as a doer of joyful, auspicious acts. In the context of the Sahasranāma, this name underscores that Lalitā's deepest activity is the continuous granting of delight to those who turn toward her.
Priyaṅkarī is a traditional and affectionate name for a girl, connoting one who brings happiness wherever she goes, a quality parents cherish. Pronounced pree-YANG-kah-ree.
Scriptural source
Priyaṅkarī appears in the Lalitha Sahasranama, among the sacred names of Lalitha.
Priyaṅkarī — Name Facts
- Meaning
- She who brings delight and blessings to all
- Gender
- Hindu girl name
- Nakshatra
- Uttara Phalguni
- Rashi
- Kanya (Virgo)
- Numerology
- 6
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Priyaṅkarī mean?
Priyaṅkarī is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu girl name meaning “She who brings delight and blessings to all”.
Is Priyaṅkarī a boy or girl name?
Priyaṅkarī is traditionally a Hindu girl name.
Which nakshatra and rashi suit the name Priyaṅkarī?
By the first-syllable rule of Vedic naming, Priyaṅkarī aligns with the Uttara Phalguni nakshatra, under the Kanya (Virgo) rashi.
What is the numerology number of Priyaṅkarī?
The Chaldean name number of Priyaṅkarī is 6.
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