boy name
Gajanan — name meaning
గజానన్
Gajanan is a boy name. The elephant-faced one; Ganesha.
Gajananగజానన్boy
Nakshatra and Pada for Gajanan
Begins with Ga (గా), the starting syllable of Pada 1 of Dhanishta Nakshatra (ధనిష్ఠ).
Rashi: Makara (Capricorn) · Deity: the Vasus · Ruling planet: Mars
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gajanan mean?
Gajanan (గజానన్) is used for a boy. In brief: The elephant-faced one; Ganesha. 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 Gajanan for?
Gajanan begins with Ga, which is the starting syllable of Pada 1 of Dhanishta Nakshatra (ధనిష్ఠ) under the commonly used convention. Practices vary between families, so check with your elders or priest.
How is Gajanan written in Telugu?
The usual Telugu spelling is గజానన్.
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