Indian name meaning
Mandakini
♀ GirlMan·da·ki·ni · 4 syllables
The river Ganga; a gentle stream
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
Based on how often the name appears in Indian public population records. Newer, trend-driven names can rank low here even when they’re popular for today’s newborns.
Caring, responsible and warm — a natural carer drawn to family and harmony.
The letters of Mandakini add up to 24, which reduces to 6.
About the name Mandakini
Mandakini is a girl's name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “The river Ganga; a gentle stream.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Mandakini has the name number 6, “The Nurturer.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mandakini mean?
Mandakini means “The river Ganga; a gentle stream.” It is a girl's name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Mandakini a boy or a girl name?
Mandakini is traditionally used as a girl's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Mandakini?
Mandakini is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Mandakini?
In the Chaldean system, Mandakini has the name number 6, “The Nurturer.”
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