Bhavani
Meaning of Bhavani
Bhavani is a beautiful and unique name for baby girls. It has its origins in Sanskrit, an ancient Indian language. The name holds deep cultural significance as it is derived from the Hindu goddess Bhavani, who is known as the mother of the universe. In Hindu mythology, Bhavani represents strength, power, and protection. She is often depicted with multiple arms holding various weapons, symbolizing her ability to overcome obstacles and defeat evil forces. The name Bhavani is pronounced as buh-VAH-nee (/bəˈvɑːni/) in English. It has also been given variations such as Bhavana. Although not widely used in the United States, data shows that the name Bhavani has been chosen by a small number of parents for their newborn daughters in recent years.
Pronunciation
- Pronunced as buh-VAH-nee (/bəˈvɑːni/)
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Notable People Named Bhavani
| Bhavani Raman is an Indian historian and associate professor at the University of Toronto, specializing in law, culture, and intellectual histories of South Asia. |
| Bhavani is an Indian actress known for her work in Malayalam, Kannada, Tamil, and Telugu cinema, where she was a prominent lead actress. |
| Bhavani Fonseka is a prominent constitutional lawyer, human rights activist, and researcher in Sri Lanka, known for her work with the Centre for Policy Alternatives and Human Rights Watch. |
