What Does the Name Mahendra Mean
The name Mahendra comes from Indian roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Mahendra below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Mahendra Name Meaning
Indian, Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati, SanskritFrom Sanskrit महा (maha) meaning "great" combined with the name of the Hindu god INDRA. This was the name of a son of the 3rd-century BC Indian emperor Ashoka. He is credited...
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