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Subadra name meaning
“very auspicious, bringing good fortune”
Subadra is a feminine Javanese form of the Sanskrit name Subhadrā, meaning very auspicious or bringing good fortune. Its elements are su, meaning good or very, and bhadra, meaning auspicious or fortunate. In the Mahabharata, Subadra is the name of Krishna’s sister and Arjuna’s wife.
What does Subadra mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Subadra
A Javanese form of Sanskrit Subhadrā, combining su ‘good, very’ and bhadra ‘auspicious, fortunate’. Subadra is Krishna's sister and Arjuna's wife in the Mahabharata.
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How to pronounce Subadra
| Syllables | 3 · 7 letters · 7-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /subadra/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦱꦸꦧꦢꦿ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮞᮥᮘᮓ᮪ᮛ |
Is Subadra a girl’s name?
Yes, Subadra is used mostly as a girl’s name. See all girl names.
Subadra ranks #2,792 among girl names in our data sample (1 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
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FAQ about the name Subadra
What is the meaning of Subadra?
Subadra means very auspicious, bringing good fortune. A Javanese form of Sanskrit Subhadrā, combining su ‘good, very’ and bhadra ‘auspicious, fortunate’. Subadra is Krishna's sister and Arjuna's wife in the Mahabharata.
Is Subadra a girl’s name?
Yes, Subadra is used mostly as a girl’s name.
What is the origin of the name Subadra?
Subadra is of Sanskrit and Javanese origin.
How many syllables does Subadra have?
Subadra has 3 syllables (Su-bad-ra) and 7 letters.
How popular is the name Subadra?
Subadra ranks #2,792 among girl names in our data sample (1 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
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