Baby name · Hindu · Marathi
Neelakanth
नीलकंठ“One with a blue throat”
Neelakanth is a Sanskrit name composed of 'Neela' meaning blue and 'Kanth' meaning throat. It is a prominent epithet for Lord Shiva, referring to the legend where he consumed the Halahala poison to save the universe, turning his throat blue.
Neelakanth in Indian languages
Pythagorean numerology 1 · The Leader — in this tradition, the number is associated with traits such as independent, pioneering, ambitious and self-driven.
Vrishchik rashi · Scorpio — element Water, ruled by Mars. Common naming sounds include Na, Ni, Nu, Ne, No, Ya and Yi.
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