Boy Name Indian · Hindu

Gangadhar

Pronunciation /gang-ADH-ar/

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“lord shiva”

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7
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GenderBoy
OriginHindu
Starting soundGa
Numerology7 · The Seeker
Name-based RashiMithuna (Gemini)
Traditional gemstoneEmerald
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G → Mithuna (Gemini)
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Meaning of Gangadhar

Gangadhar is a boy name of Hindu origin, popular among Indian families. It means “lord shiva, bearer of ganga”.

Gangadhar's Style

Hindu Indian Timeless Long Boy

Gangadhar at a Glance

Popularity
83/100
Modern Style
50/100
Uniqueness
17/100
Pronunciation
76/100

Gangadhar is a popular, widely familiar name with a balanced character.

Gangadhar Popularity Graph

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#66#69#722015201920232026
Status
Moderately Popular
Direction
→ Stable
Est. Position
~#69

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Gan Gang Gany Gangadha Gangadh

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Gangadhar Name Profile

Meaninglord shiva
OriginIndian · Hindu
GenderBoy Name
First LetterG
Letters9
Syllables3
Baby Name Generator Popularity Score83/100

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