Srivatsa is a unique and meaningful name of Sanskrit origin. In Sanskrit, it is pronounced as sree-VAHT-sah (/sriˈvɑtsə/). This name holds deep cultural significance and is often associated with Lord Vishnu, a prominent deity in Hindu mythology. Srivatsa is derived from the combination of two Sanskrit words: "sri," meaning wealth or prosperity, and "vatsa," meaning calf or son. Therefore, Srivatsa can be interpreted as "the one who possesses divine wealth" or "the beloved child of prosperity." Although not very popular in the United States, with only a few occurrences in recent years, this name carries an air of elegance and spirituality that may appeal to parents seeking a unique and meaningful name for their baby boy.
Srivatsa Ramaswami is a renowned Vinyasa Krama yoga teacher who studied under Krishnamacharya for 33 years and has authored four books on yoga. |