Indian name meaning
Girija
♀ GirlGi·ri·ja · 3 syllables
Goddess Parvati; born of the mountain
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
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Compassionate, idealistic and generous — moved by big causes and helping others.
The letters of Girija add up to 9, which reduces to 9.
About the name Girija
Girija is a girl's name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “Goddess Parvati; born of the mountain.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Girija has the name number 9, “The Humanitarian.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Girija mean?
Girija means “Goddess Parvati; born of the mountain.” It is a girl's name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Girija a boy or a girl name?
Girija is traditionally used as a girl's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Girija?
Girija is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Girija?
In the Chaldean system, Girija has the name number 9, “The Humanitarian.”
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