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Hindu Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Eklavya

perfected warrior

Pronunciation: Ehk-lah-vee-yah (ˈɛkːləʋjə)

Boy Name Hindu origin Popularity 65
Meaning
perfected warrior
Origin
Hindu
Lucky Number
9
Lucky Day
Saturday
Lucky Stone
Ruby
Life Path
6
Popularity Score
65
Language
Sanskrit, Hindi, Marathi
Lucky Colors: RedBlack

What does Eklavya mean?

One who is perfected in the art of war and is a loyal disciple.

Eklavya in other languages & scripts

Hindi
एक्लव्या
एक (ek) + लव्या (lavyā)

How to pronounce Eklavya

English pronunciation
Ehk-lah-vee-yah
IPA notation
ˈɛkːləʋjə

Numerology & personality

Nurturing and caring, a teacher and healer.

Associated Traits
LoyaltyDeterminationSelflessnessIntrospectiveResilientFocused

Spiritual & cultural context

A name for one who embodies selfless devotion and unwavering loyalty.

The name Eklavya holds great significance in Hindu mythology and Indian culture. He is best known for his unwavering loyalty and dedication towards his preceptor Dronacharya and his chariable nature towards the lesser privileged. Eklavya was aOutcaster, a person havingt low social status and was not allowed to study in the Gurukul amidst other student warriors. Despite this, Eklavya's determination and dedication towards learning the art of war under Dronacharya inspired him to create his own alter for the guru and train in secrecy by making a clay statue of his master, which allowed him to receive Dronacharya's teachings through it. This selfless act of obeying his master's instructions to the very end is etched deeply in Indian culture and is a symbol of loyalty and dedication.

Popularity of Eklavya by region

Region Country Score Year
Tamil Nadu IN 68 2024
Nepal NP 51 2024
Karnataka IN 80 2024
Mauritius MU 83 2024
West Bengal IN 65 2024

Spelling variations of Eklavya

EklaavyaaEklawya

Names similar to Eklavya

Frequently asked questions about Eklavya

What does Eklavya mean?
Eklavya is a Hindu male name meaning 'one who is perfected in the art of war'.
Is Eklavya a Hindu name?
Yes, Eklavya is a Hindu name.
How to pronounce Eklavya?
E-klah-vya
Is Eklavya popular today?
Eklavya is a less common name in modern times but holds significance for those seeking unique and meaningful names.
What is the origin of Eklavya?
Eklavya is derived from the Mahabharata epic, where the character Eklavya is a loyal disciple who mastered the art of archery despite being disadvantaged.