Trilocanā (त्रिलोचना, IAST: Trilocanā) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu girl-name meaning “She who possesses three divine eyes”. From tri (three) and locana (eye), Trilocanā names Lalitā as the three-eyed Goddess whose eyes perceive the past, present, and future — and whose third eye blazes with the fire of wisdom that dissolves all illusion.

Meaning, etymology & significance

The three eyes of the Goddess are traditionally interpreted as the sun, the moon, and fire — governing day, night, and the inner light of discernment respectively. As Trilocanā, Lalitā sees all of time and space simultaneously, nothing concealed from her omniscient gaze. The third eye in particular is the seat of jñāna, the knowledge that transcends duality, and its opening in the devotee is said to occur through her grace.

Trilocanā is a cherished epithet of both Śiva and the Goddess across the Śaiva and Śākta traditions; pronounced 'Tri-lo-cha-naa', it is a traditional and usable name in Hindu families, particularly those devoted to Durgā or Lalitā.

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Scriptural source

Trilocanā appears in the Lalitha Sahasranama, among the sacred names of Lalitha.