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Name meaning & originSri श्री

/SHREE/

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Sri is a Sanskrit girl's name pronounced /SHREE/. A sacred title representing the goddess of wealth, majesty, light, and divine prosperity.

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Meaning of Sri

A sacred title representing the goddess of wealth, majesty, light, and divine prosperity.

Derived from the Sanskrit root 'śri', meaning 'to diffuse light' or 'to radiate'. It is a primary epithet for Lakshmi, the Hindu goddess of wealth, beauty, and auspiciousness, symbolizing the vital energy that sustains the universe.

Origin
Sanskrit
Pronunciation
/SHREE/

Cultural background

While commonly used as a standalone girl's name in South and Southeast Asia, it also functions as a respectful prefix for names of deities, holy men, and sacred texts.

Variations & nicknames

  • Shree
  • Sree
  • Shri
  • Sri Lakshmi
  • Srikanthani

Famous people named Sri

Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.

  • Sri Devi

    Widely regarded as one of the most influential actresses in Indian cinema history.

    Film · 1967–2018

  • Sri Chinmoy

    Indian spiritual leader who taught meditation in the West and established numerous centers.

    Religion · 1931–2007

  • Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

    Global spiritual leader and founder of the Art of Living Foundation.

    Religion · 1956–present

  • Sri Mulyani Indrawati

    Economist who served as the Managing Director of the World Bank and Finance Minister of Indonesia.

    Politics · 1962–present

Frequently asked about Sri

What does Sri mean?
Sri is a Sanskrit name meaning prosperity, beauty, and wealth; it is a sacred title for the goddess Lakshmi.
How do you pronounce Sri?
It is pronounced as 'Shree', with a soft 'sh' sound followed by a long 'ee' vowel.
Is Sri a boy or girl name?
Sri is traditionally a feminine name representing the goddess Lakshmi, though it is used as a prefix and in compound names for all genders.

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