Gauri Name Meaning
The name Gauri comes from Hinduism roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Gauri below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Gauri Name Meaning
Hinduism, Indian, Hindi, MarathiMeans "white" in Sanskrit. This is a Hindu goddess, another name of Parvati the wife of Shiva, so named because of her fair complexion.
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