Chitrangada
Moon-born, beautiful
Pronunciation: chih-trahng-gah-dah (/ˈtʃɪt̪rəŋɡəd̪a/)
What does Chitrangada mean?
Moon-born, beautiful, powerful, warrior queen
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How to pronounce Chitrangada
Numerology & personality
A loving, harmonious, and compassionate person
Spiritual & cultural context
A divine warrior queen, born under the influence of the moon
The name Chitrangada is of Sanskrit origin and is rooted in ancient Hindu mythology and literature. In the Mahabharata, there is a reference to a king named Bhishma who had a vow to marry a virgin princess who could defeat him in battle. Chitrangada Devi was a beautiful and powerful warrior queen, who was the princess of Manipura ( kingdom of Manipur), of whom no man could defeat in battle. With her immense courage, skills and intelligence, she defeated Bhishma and thus became the wife of King Bhishma. The name Chitrangada is thus associated with immense beauty, power, and courage. It is a powerful reminder of the strength of women in ancient Indian society.
Popularity of Chitrangada by region
| Region | Country | Score | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bali (Indonesia) | ID | 45 | 2024 |
| West Bengal | IN | 39 | 2024 |
| Mauritius | MU | 51 | 2024 |
| Karnataka | IN | 51 | 2024 |
| Uttar Pradesh | IN | 32 | 2024 |