The baby name Dakshayani is a girl name, 4 syllables long and is pronounced "dak-sha-ya-nee".
Dakshayani is Hindu in Origin.
Dakshayani is a Hindu name that means "daughter of Daksha". Daksha was a powerful king in Hindu mythology and Dakshayani was his daughter who later became the wife of Lord Shiva. The name is also associated with the goddess Parvati, who is considered to be the reincarnation of Dakshayani. The name is popular among Hindu families and is often given to girls born in South India.
The name Dakshayani is pronounced as "dak-sha-ya-nee". It is a four-syllable name with the stress on the second syllable. The name is composed of two parts - "Daksha" which means "able, skilled, or competent" and "ayani" which means "daughter of". The name is often shortened to "Daksha" or "Dakshi" for convenience.
The origin of the name Dakshayani can be traced back to Hindu mythology. According to the legend, Dakshayani was the daughter of Daksha, who was a powerful king and a devotee of Lord Shiva. Dakshayani fell in love with Lord Shiva and married him against her father's wishes. However, Daksha did not approve of their marriage and insulted Lord Shiva in front of his guests. Dakshayani was heartbroken and immolated herself in the fire of her devotion. She was later reborn as Parvati, the daughter of the Himalayas, and reunited with Lord Shiva. The name Dakshayani is a tribute to her devotion and sacrifice.
Dakshayani has the following similar or variant Names
- Dakshayani |
- Dakshayini |
- Dakshayana |
- Dakshayanthi |
- Dakshayaniya |
- Dakshayin