Nagendra
Hinduism · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Nagendra
Nagendra is a Sanskrit name composed of "Naga" (serpent) and "Indra" (king/lord), meaning "king of serpents" or "lord of snakes." The name is primarily used in Hindu and Indian cultures, with historical significance in Hindu mythology where Nagendra refers to serpent deities and appears in various Sanskrit texts and religious traditions.
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Etymology
Nagendra is a Sanskrit name composed of "Naga" (serpent) and "Indra" (king/lord), meaning "king of serpents" or "lord of snakes." The name is primarily used in Hindu and Indian cultures, with historical significance in Hindu mythology where Nagendra refers to serpent deities and appears in various Sanskrit texts and religious traditions.
Nagendra currently ranks #463 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2020.
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