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Kusum

कुसुम

Flower

Derived from the Sanskrit word 'kusuma', it literally translates to a blossom or flower. It is a traditional and poetic name in Indian culture, often associated with beauty, softness, and the natural world.

GirlSanskritMithun · GeminiPunavasuPythagorean no. 4 · The Builder2 syllables
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Kusum in Indian languages

Hindi / Marathiकुसुम
Bengaliকুসুম
Punjabiਕੁਸੁਮ
Gujaratiકુસુમ
Odiaକୁସୁମ
Teluguకుసుమ
Kannadaಕುಸುಮ
Malayalamകുസുമ
Tamilகுஸும

Pythagorean numerology 4 · The Builder — in this tradition, the number is associated with traits such as disciplined, dependable, practical and hard-working.

Mithun rashi · Gemini — element Air, ruled by Mercury. Common naming sounds include Ka, Ki, Ku, Gha, Chha and Ke.

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