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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Fire; also the name of the Vedic god of fire
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Pronunciation
- UHG-nee
Agni is a Sanskrit name meaning "fire," and it's also the name of the Vedic god of fire. It's pronounced UHG-nee, with a short, crisp first syllable and a soft, open ending. If you're drawn to a name with ancient roots and a single, vivid image behind it, Agni fits that.
Meaning & Origin of Agni
Meaning: Fire; also the name of the Vedic god of fire.
Origin: Sanskrit.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Agni
UHG-neeIPA /ˈʌɡ.ni/
Popularity of Agni
Agni does not appear in U.S. Social Security birth-name records (38,443 names on file, 1880–present) — likely too rare, too new, or recorded under a different spelling. No popularity rank or trend is shown rather than an invented one.
FAQ
What does the name Agni mean?
Fire; also the name of the Vedic god of fire. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Agni?
Agni is pronounced UHG-nee (IPA: /ˈʌɡ.ni/).
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