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Sahasra
Pronounced sah-HAH-srah /sΙΛhΙΛsrΙ/High
Meaning: From Sanskrit 'sahasra', meaning 'a thousand'; signifies abundance, infinite blessings, and limitless potential.High
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History & Origin
Sahasra is rooted in the Sanskrit numeral sahasra, meaning one thousand. In the Hindu tradition, the number thousand symbolises completeness, abundance, and the infinite. The word appears in sacred texts such as the Rigveda, and forms the basis of the Vishnu Sahasranama, a hymn of a thousand names of Vishnu recited in daily worship across South Asia.
As a given name, Sahasra is used particularly in Telugu- and Kannada-speaking communities of South India, where it conveys the wish that a child may be blessed a thousandfold. The name has also appeared in diaspora communities in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, where it is appreciated for its spiritual depth and euphonious sound.
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What does the name Sahasra mean?
Sahasra means 'a thousand' in Sanskrit, symbolising infinite abundance and blessings β a deeply auspicious meaning in Hindu tradition.
How do you pronounce Sahasra?
Sahasra is pronounced sah-HAH-srah, with three syllables and stress on the second.
Is Sahasra a boy or girl name?
Sahasra is used primarily as a girl's name in South Indian communities.
How popular is Sahasra?
Sahasra is a traditional name popular in Telugu- and Kannada-speaking communities in India and among South Asian diaspora families worldwide.