boy name
Dushyant — name meaning
దుష్యంత్
Dushyant is a boy name. The king in the story of Shakuntala.
Dushyantదుష్యంత్boy
Nakshatra and Pada for Dushyant
Begins with Du (డూ), the starting syllable of Pada 2 of Ashlesha Nakshatra (ఆశ్లేష).
Rashi: Karka (Cancer) · Deity: the Nagas · Ruling planet: Mercury
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dushyant mean?
Dushyant (దుష్యంత్) is used for a boy. In brief: The king in the story of Shakuntala. This is a short summary in AAGO's own words and has not been independently verified, so please confirm it with your family or priest.
Which Nakshatra is the name Dushyant for?
Dushyant begins with Du, which is the starting syllable of Pada 2 of Ashlesha Nakshatra (ఆశ్లేష) under the commonly used convention. Practices vary between families, so check with your elders or priest.
How is Dushyant written in Telugu?
The usual Telugu spelling is దుష్యంత్.
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