AryanNoble warriorZaraBlooming flowerVihaanNew dawnMyraSweet belovedAdvaitUnique oneAishaAlive, prosperousRehanFragrant breezePariFairy angelDhruvNorth starAnayaCaring free soulKabirThe great oneSaanviGoddess LakshmiRiyaSinger gracefulArjunWhite silverLaylaNight beautyVivaanFull of lifeKyraSunlightIshaanLord of SunAryanNoble warriorZaraBlooming flowerVihaanNew dawnMyraSweet belovedAdvaitUnique oneAishaAlive, prosperousRehanFragrant breezePariFairy angelDhruvNorth starAnayaCaring free soulKabirThe great oneSaanviGoddess LakshmiRiyaSinger gracefulArjunWhite silverLaylaNight beautyVivaanFull of lifeKyraSunlightIshaanLord of Sun

Parikshit

Sanskrit · Hindu · Boy · King
Pronunciation: Parikshit
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Meaning & Lineage

Meaning: The tested one; saviour of the dynasty

Deity Association
King
Era
Dvapara Yuga
Associated Scripture
Mahabharata, Bhagavata Purana
Rashi
Kanya
Nakshatra
Uttara Phalguni
Numerology
9
Lucky Colour
Green
Lucky Number
5

Why Was This Name Given?

The grandson of Arjuna who heard the Bhagavata Purana.

The Story

Parikshit — The grandson of Arjuna who heard the Bhagavata Purana.

Numerology: 9 · Rashi: Kanya · Nakshatra: Uttara Phalguni · Lucky Colour: Green · Scripture: Mahabharata, Bhagavata Purana

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Parikshit mean?

The tested one; saviour of the dynasty.

Which scripture is Parikshit associated with?

Associated with Mahabharata, Bhagavata Purana.

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