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Anniruddha

“Anniruddha derives from Sanskrit, combining "Ani" (meaning near or close) and "Ruddha" (meaning restrained or obstructed), literally meaning "one who is nearly obstructed" or more broadly interpreted as "unobstructed." The name is primarily used in Hindu and Buddhist cultures, particularly in South and Southeast Asia, with notable historical references including a cousin of Buddha in Buddhist texts and various Hindu deities and saints bearing this name.”

Sanskrit · Not verified · 4 syllables

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Syllables4
OriginSanskrit
LanguageSanskrit
CultureHindu, Buddhist
ReligionHinduism, Buddhism
Letters10
Numerology4 Chaldean 7

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About the name Anniruddha

Anniruddha derives from Sanskrit, combining "Ani" (meaning near or close) and "Ruddha" (meaning restrained or obstructed), literally meaning "one who is nearly obstructed" or more broadly interpreted as "unobstructed." The name is primarily used in Hindu and Buddhist cultures, particularly in South and Southeast Asia, with notable historical references including a cousin of Buddha in Buddhist texts and various Hindu deities and saints bearing this name.

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Etymology

Anniruddha derives from Sanskrit, combining "Ani" (meaning near or close) and "Ruddha" (meaning restrained or obstructed), literally meaning "one who is nearly obstructed" or more broadly interpreted as "unobstructed." The name is primarily used in Hindu and Buddhist cultures, particularly in South and Southeast Asia, with notable historical references including a cousin of Buddha in Buddhist texts and various Hindu deities and saints bearing this name.

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