Vidagdha
Vidagdha (विदग्धा) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu girl-name meaning “Supremely clever, witty, refined, and discerning”. Find pronunciation, origin, deity association, popularity and similar Hindu baby names.
Vidagdha (विदग्धा) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu girl-name meaning “Supremely clever, witty, refined, and discerning”. Find pronunciation, origin, deity association, popularity and similar Hindu baby names.
Vidagdha (विदग्धा, IAST: Vidagdhā) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu girl-name meaning “Supremely clever, witty, refined, and discerning”. From 'vi' (intensifier) + 'dagdha' (burned, refined), Vidagdhā is she who has been wholly refined by wisdom — the Goddess as the pinnacle of sophisticated intelligence.
Meaning, etymology & significance
The Sanskrit 'vidagdha' literally means 'thoroughly burned' or 'well-cooked,' evolving in classical usage to mean refined, clever, and expert. As Vidagdhā, Lalitā is the supremely intelligent and witty sovereign whose understanding pierces every veil of ignorance. This epithet appears in Sanskrit aesthetics to describe a cultured, charming, and quick-witted person — qualities here magnified to the divine absolute.
This name appears in the Lalitā Sahasranāma as a tribute to the Goddess's incomparable discernment and cosmic cleverness. Pronounced 'vi-DAG-dhaa', the aspirated 'dh' should be clearly sounded for correct rendering.
Scriptural source
Vidagdha appears in the Lalitha Sahasranama, among the sacred names of Lalitha.
Astrology — nakshatra, rashi & numerology
By the standard Vedic correspondence between a name’s first syllable and the lunar mansion, Vidagdha aligns with the Rohini nakshatra, under the Vrishabha rashi (Moon sign). Its Chaldean name-number is 7.
Vidagdha — Name Facts
- Meaning
- Supremely clever, witty, refined, and discerning
- Gender
- Hindu girl name
- Nakshatra
- Rohini
- Rashi
- Vrishabha (Taurus)
- Numerology
- 7
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Vidagdha mean?
Vidagdha is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu girl name meaning “Supremely clever, witty, refined, and discerning”.
Is Vidagdha a boy or girl name?
Vidagdha is traditionally a Hindu girl name.
Which nakshatra and rashi suit the name Vidagdha?
By the first-syllable rule of Vedic naming, Vidagdha aligns with the Rohini nakshatra, under the Vrishabha (Taurus) rashi.
What is the numerology number of Vidagdha?
The Chaldean name number of Vidagdha is 7.
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