10 Baby Names Inspired By Maratha Rulers

Zee Media Bureau
Jul 25, 2023

1. Shivaji (शिवाजी)

Named after the great Maratha warrior king Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, who founded the Maratha Empire and was known for his valor and administrative skills.

2. Bajirao (बाजीराव)

Named after Bajirao I, the noted Maratha general and Peshwa of the Maratha Empire, known for his military prowess.

3. Jijabai (जिजाबाई)

Named after Jijabai, the mother of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, who played a crucial role in shaping his values and principles.

4. Tanaji (ताणाजी)

Named after Tanaji Malusare, a brave Maratha warrior who was a close aide of Shivaji and played a significant role in the Battle of Sinhagad.

5. Tarabai (ताराबाई)

Named after Tarabai Bhosale, the wife of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's half-brother Rajaram and a prominent regent during the Maratha Empire.

6. Shahu (शाहू)

Named after Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj, a significant ruler of the Maratha Empire known for his social and educational reforms.

7. Rajaram (राजाराम)

Named after Rajaram Bhosale, the younger brother of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, who succeeded him as the ruler of the Maratha Empire.

8. Yesubai (येसुबाई)

Named after Yesubai, the queen consort of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and mother of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj.

9. Prataprao (प्रतापराव)

Named after Prataprao Gujar, a brave Maratha general who was known for his bravery and valor in various battles.

10. Ahilyabai (अहिल्याबाई)

Named after Ahilyabai Holkar, a respected queen and ruler of the Maratha-ruled Malwa kingdom, known for her administrative skills and patronage of art and culture.

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