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Rudra

ROO-druh

Rudra is a boy’s name of Hindi origin, meaning “Rudra is a Vedic Sanskrit name, often associated with the god Shiva, and can mean 'howler', 'red', or 'terrible'.”. It currently ranks #1337 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2024.

Letters5
Syllables2
OriginHindi

What Rudra Means

Rudra is a Vedic Sanskrit name, often associated with the god Shiva, and can mean 'howler', 'red', or 'terrible'.

The Story of Rudra

This name carries the roar of ancient storms and the fierce protection of a god, destined for a spirit as strong as yours.

Rudra is a name echoing from Vedic Sanskrit, deeply connected to the god Shiva, often evoked as the 'howler' or the 'terrible one.' Historically, Rudra represented the fiercest aspects of natural forces, embodying both destruction and potent protection. The name has traveled from ancient India's spiritual texts, persisting through millennia as a symbol of raw, untamed power.

When you first speak 'Rudra' aloud, it feels like a challenge and a shield. It is the sound of your child's inner strength, a force that will defend and endure. You will hear it called out and feel an instinctive sense of protection, a recognition of the storm that can also bring life.

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Numerology

2

The Peacemaker

Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.

Personality Traits

powerfulintensedivineprotective

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Peak Year

#143 in 2024

Total Births

1,642

First Recorded

2000

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