Rudra at a glance
- Meaning
- Fierce, Shiva
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Religion
- Hindu
- Gender
- boy
- Pronunciation
- RU-dra
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity
- classic
- Variants & Spellings
- Roodra, Rudriya, Roodrah, Roodr, Rudreh, Rudri
Lucky details for Rudra
- Number
- 6
- Color
- Soft Pink
- Stone
- Diamond
- Flower
- Rose
- Day
- Friday
- Planet
- Venus
- Zodiac
- Libra
- Metal
- Copper
Rudra is a Sanskrit name meaning “fierce, shiva”. Parents choose Rudra for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with warm, affectionate, family-first. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Rudra reduce to 6, a number linked with Venus and with people who are nurturing, artistic, creates harmony wherever they go.
Numerology
Chaldean value 6 — Warm, affectionate, family-first.
Personality
Warm, affectionate, family-first
Positive Traits
Nurturing, artistic, creates harmony wherever they go
Negative Traits
Can over-give and forget their own needs
Career Suggestions
Medicine, design, music, education, hospitality
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FAQs about the name Rudra
What does the name Rudra mean?
Rudra means “fierce, shiva” and comes from a Sanskrit root.
Is Rudra a boy or girl name?
Rudra is most often used as a boy name today.
How do you pronounce Rudra?
Rudra is pronounced RU-dra (2 syllables).
What is the lucky number for Rudra?
The lucky number for Rudra is 6, ruled by Venus.
What are good nicknames for Rudra?
Popular short forms include Rudi, Rudr, Rudy, Ruy.
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