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Malini

मालिनी

Fragrant, garlanded, or a woman adorned with a flower garland.

Malini is derived from the Sanskrit word 'mala', meaning garland. In Hindu mythology, it is a name often associated with the river Ganges and is considered an epithet for Goddess Durga or Lakshmi, signifying grace, beauty, and auspiciousness.

GirlSanskritSinh · LeoMaghaPythagorean no. 4 · The Builder3 syllables
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Malini in Indian languages

Hindi / Marathiमालिनी
Bengaliমালিনী
Punjabiਮਾਲਿਨੀ
Gujaratiમાલિની
Odiaମାଲିନୀ
Teluguమాలినీ
Kannadaಮಾಲಿನೀ
Malayalamമാലിനീ
Tamilமாலிநீ

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

Sinh rashi · Leo — element Fire, ruled by Sun. Common naming sounds include Ma, Mi, Mu, Me, Mo and Ta.

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