The baby name Mahagauri is a girl name, 4 syllables long and is pronounced "ma-ha-gau-ri".
Mahagauri is a Sanskrit name that means "extremely white" or "very fair". It is a name given to the eighth form of the Hindu goddess Durga, who is worshipped during the festival of Navratri. Mahagauri is believed to be the symbol of purity, peace, and prosperity. She is depicted as a beautiful woman with four arms, riding a white bull, and holding a trident and a drum. Mahagauri is also associated with the planet Rahu and is believed to have the power to remove the malefic effects of Rahu.
The name Mahagauri is predominantly used for girls. It is a popular name among Hindu families in India and Nepal. The pronunciation of Mahagauri is "ma-ha-gau-ree". The name is composed of two Sanskrit words, "maha" meaning "great" or "extremely" and "gauri" meaning "white" or "fair". The name is often given to girls born during the festival of Navratri, which is celebrated in honor of the goddess Durga.
The origin of the name Mahagauri can be traced back to ancient Hindu mythology. According to legend, Mahagauri was born as Parvati, the daughter of the Himalayas. She performed intense penance to win the love of Lord Shiva, who was initially reluctant to marry her. Her penance was so severe that her skin turned dark and her complexion became dull. Lord Shiva was pleased with her devotion and granted her wish to become fair and beautiful. She then became known as Mahagauri, the extremely white goddess. The name Mahagauri is a reminder of the power of devotion and the rewards it can bring.
Mahagauri has the following similar or variant Names
- Maha Gauri |
- Mahagouri |
- Maha Gowri |
- Mahagowri |
- Maha Gowrie |
- Mahagowrie