Gender Masculine
Usage Hinduism
Scripts पीताम्बर(Sanskrit)

Meaning & History

Derived from Sanskrit पीत (pīta) meaning "yellow" and अम्बर (ambara) meaning "garment". This is another name of the Hindu gods Vishnu or Krishna, given to them because yellow clothing is traditionally worn at religious events.

Related Names

Rootspīta + ambara
Other Languages & CulturesPitambar(Hindi)

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Entry updated October 6, 2024