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Murari
How to Pronounce Murari
Pronounced moo-RAH-ree /muˈrɑː.ri/Medium
Meaning: From the Sanskrit Murari, 'enemy of the demon Mura' — a name of Krishna in Hindu tradition. Noted respectfully.Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Murari is Sanskrit for 'enemy of the demon Mura,' a name of Krishna. It is noted here respectfully as a devotional name — rare in the U.S. (said 'moo-RAH-ree').
It appears only rarely in the U.S., mostly in Hindu families. Rare, devotional, and warm.
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What does the name Murari mean?
Murari is Sanskrit for 'enemy of the demon Mura' — a name of Krishna.
How do you pronounce Murari?
It's said moo-RAH-ree /muˈrɑː.ri/ — three syllables, stress on the second.
Is Murari a boy or girl name?
Murari is used as a boy's name.
How popular is Murari?
Murari is rare in the U.S.