boy name
Gangadhar — name meaning
గంగాధర్
Gangadhar is a boy name. Bearer of the Ganga; Shiva.
Gangadharగంగాధర్boy
Nakshatra and Pada for Gangadhar
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 Gangadhar mean?
Gangadhar (గంగాధర్) is used for a boy. In brief: Bearer of the Ganga; Shiva. 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 Gangadhar for?
Gangadhar 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 Gangadhar written in Telugu?
The usual Telugu spelling is గంగాధర్.
Curated by AAGO and cross-checked against public name sources. Meanings are brief summaries and have not been independently verified, so please confirm your final choice with elders or a priest. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.