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Jijabai
जिजाबाई“Mother of Shivaji Maharaj; originating from the name Jijamata.”
Jijabai was the mother of the Maratha Empire founder, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The name is deeply revered in Maharashtra as a symbol of motherhood, strength, and patriotic guidance, often associated with the Marathi root 'Jija' denoting a maternal figure.
Jijabai in Indian languages
Pythagorean numerology 6 · The Nurturer — in this tradition, the number is associated with traits such as caring, responsible, loving and family-minded.
Makar rashi · Capricorn — element Earth, ruled by Saturn. Common naming sounds include Bho, Ja, Ji, Ju, Je and Khi.
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