Upendra
Sanskrit · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Upendra
Upendra is a Sanskrit name composed of "upa" (prefix meaning "up" or "near") and "Indra" (the king of the gods in Hindu mythology), literally meaning "one who rivals Indra" or "almost Indra." The name is primarily used in Hindu and Indian cultures, with historical significance in Hindu mythology and South Asian traditions.
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Etymology
Upendra is a Sanskrit name composed of "upa" (prefix meaning "up" or "near") and "Indra" (the king of the gods in Hindu mythology), literally meaning "one who rivals Indra" or "almost Indra." The name is primarily used in Hindu and Indian cultures, with historical significance in Hindu mythology and South Asian traditions.
Upendra currently ranks #331 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2020.
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