Tulasi
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Tulasi is a girl’s name of Hindi origin, meaning “Tulasi refers to the holy basil plant, revered in Hinduism as a manifestation of the goddess Lakshmi, symbolizing purity, love, and devotion.”, and peaked in popularity in 2009.
What Tulasi Means
“Tulasi refers to the holy basil plant, revered in Hinduism as a manifestation of the goddess Lakshmi, symbolizing purity, love, and devotion.”
The Story of Tulasi
Before your daughter arrives, a plant revered for millennia as a goddess whispers promises of purity and devotion.
This name journeys from ancient India, where Tulasi refers to the sacred basil plant. In Hindu tradition, it is a manifestation of the goddess Lakshmi, deeply connected to prosperity and virtue. Its first recorded use as a given name dates to the early 2000s, though its spiritual significance is far older.
When you hear Tulasi, imagine a profound sense of peace settling over your home. This name is for a daughter you envision radiating kindness, her very presence a source of comfort and unwavering devotion. You see her fostering connections, much like the revered plant itself.
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Peak Year
#7 in 2009
Total Births
12
First Recorded
2002
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