Saraswati
Hinduism · Girl · 4 syllables
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About the name Saraswati
Saraswati derives from Sanskrit roots "sara" (flowing) and "swati" (self), meaning "the flowing one" or "she who flows," referring to a river and the goddess of knowledge, music, and arts.
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Etymology
Saraswati derives from Sanskrit roots "sara" (flowing) and "swati" (self), meaning "the flowing one" or "she who flows," referring to a river and the goddess of knowledge, music, and arts. The name is primarily used in Hindu tradition, where Saraswati is one of the principal deities and consort of Brahma, and is also revered in Buddhism and Jainism throughout South and Southeast Asia.
Saraswati currently ranks #18,017 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2005.
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