Basavaraja
Kannada · Boy · 5 syllables
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About the name Basavaraja
Basavaraja is a Kannada name composed of "Basava" (meaning bull or ox, symbolizing strength and dharma) and "Raja" (meaning king or ruler), thus translating to "king of bulls" or "bull-king." The name is primarily used in Kannada-speaking regions of India and is historically associated with Basaveshvara (12th century), a Lingayat philosopher, social reformer, and saint who founded the Lingayat movement.
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Etymology
Basavaraja is a Kannada name composed of "Basava" (meaning bull or ox, symbolizing strength and dharma) and "Raja" (meaning king or ruler), thus translating to "king of bulls" or "bull-king." The name is primarily used in Kannada-speaking regions of India and is historically associated with Basaveshvara (12th century), a Lingayat philosopher, social reformer, and saint who founded the Lingayat movement.
Basavaraja currently ranks #3,546 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2020.
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