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Parashurama Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Parashurama

"The sixth avatar of Vishnu."

Multiple origins Origin Gender-Neutral
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Meaning
The sixth avatar of Vishnu.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
N/A
Life Path
Number 9

📖 What Does Parashurama Mean?

Parashurama, also referred to as Ram Jamadagnya, Ram Bhargav and Viraram, is the sixth avatar among the Dashavatara of the preserver god Vishnu in Hinduism. Hindu tradition holds him to be the destroyer of evil on Earth. He liberates the Mother Earth from felons, ill-behaved men, extremists, demons and those blind with pride. He is described as one of the Chiranjivi (Immortals), who will appear at the end of the Kali Yuga to be the guru of Vishnu's tenth and last incarnation, Kalki.

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Parashurama, also referred to as Ram Jamadagnya, Ram Bhargav and Viraram, is the sixth avatar among the Dashavatara of the preserver god Vishnu in Hinduism. Hindu tradition holds him to be the destroyer of evil on Earth. He liberates the Mother Earth from felons, ill-behaved men, extremists, demons and those blind with pride. He is described as one of the Chiranjivi (Immortals), who will appear at the end of the Kali Yuga to be the guru of Vishnu's tenth and last incarnation, Kalki.…

Root Element
Parashurama
Core Meaning
"The sixth avatar of Vishnu."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Parashurama

P 7
A 1
R 9
A 1
S 1
H 8
U 3
R 9
A 1
M 4
A 1
SUM 9
9
Life Path
Compassion & Idealism
7
Soul Urge
Wisdom & Introspection
11
Personality
Intuition & Insight

Life Path 9 — Compassion & Idealism: Humanitarian, selfless, and globally-minded.

Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Parashurama" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "The sixth avatar of Vishnu.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

A name used globally.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Parashurama?

The Life Path number for Parashurama is 9, associated with Compassion & Idealism. Soul Urge: 7. Personality: 11.

Is Parashurama a boy or girl name?

Parashurama is Gender-Neutral. Based on US data, 50% male and 50% female.

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