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Hindu Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Mritunjay

Immortal Victory

Pronunciation: meh-ru-TOO-nyahy (/mRituɲaːj/)

Boy Name Sanskrit origin Popularity 60
Meaning
Immortal Victory
Origin
Sanskrit
Lucky Number
3
Lucky Day
Saturday
Lucky Stone
Blue Sapphire
Life Path
9
Popularity Score
60
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi
Lucky Colors: BlueYellow

What does Mritunjay mean?

Mritunjay is a name derived from Sanskrit, which translates to 'immortal victory'. In Hindu mythology, Mritunjay is a name given to Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu, signifying their power to overcome death and grant eternal life.

Mritunjay in other languages & scripts

Hindi
मृतुन्जय
विजयी मृतु (Vijayi Mritu)

How to pronounce Mritunjay

English pronunciation
meh-ru-TOO-nyahy
IPA notation
/mRituɲaːj/

Numerology & personality

People with the life path number 9 are humanitarians and natural leaders. They are compassionate and understanding, and have a strong desire to help others.

Associated Traits
BraveVictoriousVirtuousThoughtful

Spiritual & cultural context

A name that embodies the power of life and victory over death.

Mritunjay is a highly revered and symbolically significant name in Hindu culture. It holds deep meaning and is associated with Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu, two of the major deities in Hinduism. Devotees often invoke this name during rituals, prayers, and mantras to seek protection, love, and blessings from these gods. The name reinforces the powerful belief in the Hindu tradition that traversing the trials and tribulations of life is an essential passage towards attaining salvation and divine grace.

Popularity of Mritunjay by region

Region Country Score Year
Bali (Indonesia) ID 73 2024
Tamil Nadu IN 52 2024
Nepal NP 52 2024

Spelling variations of Mritunjay

Mritunjaay

Names similar to Mritunjay

Frequently asked questions about Mritunjay

What does Mritunjay mean?
Mritunjay is a name derived from Sanskrit, which translates to 'immortal victory'. In Hindu mythology, it is a name given to Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu.
Is Mritunjay a Hinduism name?
Yes, Mritunjay is a widely used name in Hinduism and is associated with the gods Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu.
How to pronounce Mritunjay?
Meh-rit-oo-nyah-yay
Is Mritunjay popular today?
Yes, Mritunjay is a popular name in India and among the Hindu community around the world.
What is the origin of Mritunjay?
Mritunjay is a name of Sanskrit origin, derived from the words 'mritu' meaning death and 'njay' meaning victory.