Find out how popular the first name Mandra has been for the last 7 years (from 1977 to 1983) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Mandra by gender

Based on the last 7 years of data, Mandra is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1983, there were 9 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Mandra.

The history of the first name Mandra

The given name Mandra has its origins in Sanskrit, one of the ancient languages of the Indian subcontinent. It can be traced back to the Vedic period, which is believed to have spanned from around 1500 BCE to 500 BCE. In Sanskrit, the word "mandra" is an adjective that means "slow, gentle, or soft."

The earliest recorded use of Mandra as a personal name can be found in ancient Hindu scriptures and texts, such as the Mahabharata and the Puranas. These texts often mention characters with names derived from Sanskrit words, reflecting the cultural and linguistic traditions of the time.

One of the earliest known individuals with the name Mandra was a sage mentioned in the Mahabharata, the great epic of ancient India. This sage was revered for his wisdom and is said to have lived during the time of the events depicted in the epic, which is estimated to be around the 8th or 9th century BCE.

In the 5th century CE, there was a Hindu philosopher and scholar named Mandra Mishra, who was known for his contributions to the study of Vedanta, one of the major schools of Hindu philosophy. He is said to have engaged in philosophical debates with the renowned philosopher Adi Shankara.

During the medieval period, a Rajput ruler named Mandra Singh ruled over the princely state of Jodhpur in the present-day Indian state of Rajasthan. He reigned from 1551 to 1572 and is remembered for his military campaigns and for fortifying the city of Jodhpur.

In the 18th century, there was a Maratha warrior and military leader named Mandra Singh Holkar, who served under the Peshwa rulers of the Maratha Empire. He played a significant role in the Third Anglo-Maratha War, which took place between 1817 and 1818.

Another notable figure with the name Mandra was Mandra Devi, a Hindu queen who ruled over the princely state of Bharatpur in the early 19th century. She was known for her administrative skills and her efforts to modernize the state during her reign, which lasted from 1823 to 1827.

These are a few examples of individuals throughout history who have borne the name Mandra, highlighting its ancient origins and cultural significance, particularly in the Indian subcontinent.

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