Mithra
pronounced /Mi-thra/
From an Indo-Iranian root *mitra meaning oath, alliance, friend. mythology he was a god of light and friendship, the son of the supreme god Ahura Mazda. Worship of him eventually spread outside of Persia, where it was known as Mithraism.
About the name
Mithra is a traditional Persian Mythology boy name meaning 'From an Indo-Iranian root *mitra meaning oath, alliance, friend. mythology he was a god of light and friendship, the son of the supreme god Ahura Mazda. Worship of him eventually spread outside of Persia, where it was known as Mithraism'.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mithra
- What is the meaning of the name Mithra?
- Mithra means "From an Indo-Iranian root *mitra meaning oath, alliance, friend. mythology he was a god of light and friendship, the son of the supreme god Ahura Mazda. Worship of him eventually spread outside of Persia, where it was known as Mithraism.". It is a traditional boy name of Persian Mythology origin.
- What is the Rashi (zodiac sign) for Mithra?
- The Rashi (zodiac sign) for Mithra is Simha.
- What is the Nakshatra and Pada for Mithra?
- The Nakshatra for Mithra is Magha.
- How is Mithra written in Hindi and Gujarati scripts?
- हिन्दी (Devanagari): मिथ्र · ગુજરાતી (Gujarati): મિથ્ર
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