Gayatri
Meaning of Gayatri
Gayatri is a beautiful and unique name for baby girls. The name has its origins in Hindi and is pronounced as "guy-uh-tree" (/ɡaɪˈɔt̯ri/). It is also spelled as Gaitri. Gayatri carries deep cultural and spiritual associations, as it is the name of an important Vedic hymn in Hinduism. In Hindu mythology, Gayatri is personified as the Goddess of the Vedas and represents knowledge, wisdom, and enlightenment. The popularity of the name Gayatri has been steadily increasing in recent years in the United States. While it may not be among the most common names, it holds a special charm for parents seeking a meaningful and culturally rich name for their baby girl.
Pronunciation
Hindi
- Pronunced as guy-uh-tree (/ɡaɪˈɔt̯ri/)
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Notable People Named Gayatri
| Gayatri Devi was the third Maharani consort of Jaipur and later known as Maharani Gayatri Devi, Rajmata of Jaipur. |
| Gayatri Joshi is an Indian former actress, model, and beauty pageant winner known for her role in the 2004 film Swades. |
| Gayatri Iyer - Gayatri Ganjawala (née Iyer) is an Indian playback singer known for her work in Bollywood, and she also played Princess Anjuli in the West End production of The Far Pavilions. |
| Gayatri Reddy is the prominent figure and former owner of the Deccan Chargers franchise in the Indian Premier League, and the daughter of T Venkattram Reddy, the owner of the Deccan Chronicle. |
| Gayatri Pawaskar is the youngest rifle shooter in the top 30 in India and won a gold medal at the 13th Asian Shooting Championship. |
