Jayanthi
Tamil · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Jayanthi
The name 'Jayanthi' means "victorious" or "one who brings victory," deriving from the Sanskrit root *ji* (to conquer) and the feminine suffix *-anthi*.
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Etymology
The name 'Jayanthi' means "victorious" or "one who brings victory," deriving from the Sanskrit root *ji* (to conquer) and the feminine suffix *-anthi*. It is primarily used in Hindu and Jain cultures across India, often associated with the goddess Durga or given to girls born during the festival of Vijayadashami, which celebrates triumph over evil.
Jayanthi currently ranks #636 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2020.
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