Hindu girl name · Sanskrit origin

Rukmini

“The name of Krishna’s principal wife in Hindu tradition”

About the name Rukmini

Meaning
The name of Krishna’s principal wife in Hindu tradition
Origin
Sanskrit
Gender
Girl
Religion
Hindu
Starts with
R
Name number
5

Numerology of Rukmini

Explorer: curious, lively and fond of change.

Worked out from the letters of the name (Pythagorean method). It is a tradition, for fun, and not science.

Nakshatra for Rukmini

Swati

Naming syllable “Ru” · ruled by Rahu

Pada 1234
Moon signTula (Libra)
DeityVayu, the wind god
SymbolA young shoot swaying in the wind

Independent, flexible and diplomatic. Traditionally linked with freedom, adaptability and a gift for business.

All Swati names
Rukmini starts with a traditional naming syllable of this nakshatra, so it suits a baby born in it. The traits are the general traditional description of the nakshatra, the same for every name, and not a prediction about any child.

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Questions about Rukmini

What does the name Rukmini mean?

Rukmini means "The name of Krishna’s principal wife in Hindu tradition" and comes from Sanskrit.

Is Rukmini a boy or a girl name?

Rukmini is used as a girl name, mostly in Hindu families.

Which nakshatra does the name Rukmini match?

The name Rukmini starts with the syllable "Ru", which is a naming syllable of Swati nakshatra (pada 1). This is the traditional way to choose a name for a baby born in that nakshatra.

What is the numerology number of Rukmini?

By Pythagorean numerology the name Rukmini adds up to 5. Explorer: curious, lively and fond of change. Numerology is a tradition and not science.

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