Saraswati
Saraswati is a girls' name of Sanskrit origin meaning “flowing water, she who flows, essence of self.” Saraswati is the Hindu goddess of knowledge, music, arts, and learning, depicted playing the veena beside a flowing…
how do you pronounce Saraswati?
SAH-rah-swah-tee
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what does Saraswati mean?
The name Saraswati means “flowing water, she who flows, essence of self.” It comes from the Sanskrit language tradition.
Saraswati is the Hindu goddess of knowledge, music, arts, and learning, depicted playing the veena beside a flowing river. Her name means 'she who flows,' connecting the flow of water with the flow of wisdom and creative expression. She is worshipped by students and artists across South and Southeast Asia.
who are famous people named Saraswati?
- Goddess Saraswati (Hindu goddess of knowledge and the arts)
- Saraswati Puja (major festival honoring learning and education)
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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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