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Sakuntala
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- Meaning:"Sakuntala" is a Sanskrit name meaning "bird" or "woman with beautiful eyes."
- Gender:Girl
- Numerology:1
- Syllables:3
- Origin:Indian Tamil
More About The Name Sakuntala
Sakuntala is an old Indian name rooted in Sanskrit. It is composed of two words; ‘Sakunta’ means bird and ‘Ala’ means coming or approaching. Therefore, the combined meaning can be interpreted as 'bird-like' or 'coming towards birds.'
Read MoreThis name is deeply rooted in Indian mythology, literature, and history. The most famous personality with this name is Shakuntala from Mahabharata. Known for her beauty and intellect, she was the wife of King Dushyanta of Hastinapur and the mother of Emperor Bharata. Her story is beautifully portrayed in the renowned Sanskrit play 'Abhijñānaśākuntalam' by the ancient poet Kalidasa.
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