Gotama
pronounced /Go-ta-ma/
The best ox from Sanskrit गो (go) meaning ox, cow and तम (tama) meaning best. texts this is the name of one of the Saptarshis, or seven sages. This name was also born by an early Indian philosopher who wrote the Nyaya Sutras.
About the name
Gotama is a traditional Hinduism boy name meaning 'The best ox from Sanskrit गो (go) meaning ox, cow and तम (tama) meaning best. texts this is the name of one of the Saptarshis, or seven sages. This name was also born by an early Indian philosopher who wrote the Nyaya Sutras'.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gotama
- What is the meaning of the name Gotama?
- Gotama means "The best ox from Sanskrit गो (go) meaning ox, cow and तम (tama) meaning best. texts this is the name of one of the Saptarshis, or seven sages. This name was also born by an early Indian philosopher who wrote the Nyaya Sutras.". It is a traditional boy name of Hinduism origin.
- What is the Rashi (zodiac sign) for Gotama?
- The Rashi (zodiac sign) for Gotama is Kumbha.
- What is the Nakshatra and Pada for Gotama?
- The Nakshatra for Gotama is Shatabhisha.
- How is Gotama written in Hindi and Gujarati scripts?
- हिन्दी (Devanagari): गोतम · ગુજરાતી (Gujarati): ગોતમ
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