Tristha (त्रिस्था, IAST: tristhā) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu girl-name meaning “She who dwells in the three worlds”. From 'tri' (three) and 'sthā' (to stand or dwell), Triṣṭhā proclaims Lalitā's presence pervading the earth, the mid-region, and the heavens simultaneously.

Meaning, etymology & significance

The name Triṣṭhā is built on the Sanskrit verbal root sthā, meaning to abide or stand, combined with the prefix tri, signifying three. It indicates one who is established in all three planes of existence: Bhūḥ, Bhuvaḥ, and Svaḥ. This omnipresence is a hallmark of the supreme Goddess who transcends and yet inhabits all realms.

As an epithet of Lalitā, Triṣṭhā affirms her cosmic ubiquity celebrated throughout Śākta Tantra and the Purāṇas. The name is rare as a given name today but carries great metaphysical weight; pronounced 'tri-STHAH'.

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Scriptural source

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