Gender Masculine
Usage Hinduism
Scripts ध्रुव(Sanskrit)
Pronounced Pron. /ˈd̪ʱɾu.ʋɐ/(Sanskrit)  [key·simplify]

Meaning & History

Means "fixed, immovable, firm, stable" in Sanskrit, also referring to the North Star (Polaris). According to Hindu mythology this was a devotee of Vishnu who became the North Star.

Related Names

Other Languages & CulturesDhruv(Hindi) Dhruv(Nepali)

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Entry updated December 1, 2024