boy name
Markandeya — name meaning
మార్కండేయ
Markandeya is a boy name. The sage Markandeya.
Markandeyaమార్కండేయboy
Nakshatra and Pada for Markandeya
Begins with Ma (మా), the starting syllable of Pada 1 of Magha Nakshatra (మఘ/మఖ).
Rashi: Simha (Leo) · Deity: the Pitris (ancestors) · Ruling planet: Ketu
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Markandeya mean?
Markandeya (మార్కండేయ) is used for a boy. In brief: The sage Markandeya. 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 Markandeya for?
Markandeya begins with Ma, which is the starting syllable of Pada 1 of Magha Nakshatra (మఘ/మఖ) under the commonly used convention. Practices vary between families, so check with your elders or priest.
How is Markandeya written in Telugu?
The usual Telugu spelling is మార్కండేయ.
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.