Vaibhav

Vaibhav
Pronunciation [ˈʋɛːbʱʋ]
Gender Masculine
Language(s) Sanskrit, Marathi
Origin
Meaning Prosperity, Splendor, Might, Assets and wealth
Other names
Alternative spelling Vaybhav[1]
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Vaibhav ([ˈʋɛːbʱʋ]) is a masculine given name in the Sanskrit language, often found in the Hindu community.[2] In Sanskrit the name Vaibhav means vibhu + aeiva means who look after & take care of whole universe, one of the names of Lord Vishnu in Hindu mythology. The name of Vaibhavwadi, a tehsil in the Kankavli subdivision of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, has also originated from this name. Vaibhav Lakshmi is one of the manifestations of Lakshmi.[3]

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References

  1. R.C. Dogra (1999). Thought Provoking Hindu Names. Star Publications. p. 236. ISBN 9788176503167.
  2. Lesley Bolton (2006). The Complete Book of Baby Names. Sourcebooks. p. 654. ISBN 9781402207648.
  3. "Vaibhav Lakshmi". s-a-i.info.
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