Indian name meaning
Valmiki
♂ BoyVal·mi·ki · 3 syllables
The great sage who composed the Ramayana
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
- Also spelled
- Balmiki
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Compassionate, idealistic and generous — moved by big causes and helping others.
The letters of Valmiki add up to 18, which reduces to 9.
About the name Valmiki
Valmiki is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “The great sage who composed the Ramayana.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Valmiki has the name number 9, “The Humanitarian.” It is also spelled Balmiki.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Valmiki mean?
Valmiki means “The great sage who composed the Ramayana.” It is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Valmiki a boy or a girl name?
Valmiki is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Valmiki?
Valmiki is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Valmiki?
In the Chaldean system, Valmiki has the name number 9, “The Humanitarian.”
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