Patanjali

Patanjali is a masculine name that has roots in several Indian languages and is forever immortalized as the name of a wise philosopher. Patanjali holds the reverent meanings of “the grace that falls from heaven” and “falling into joined palms”—the latter referring to a sacred hand gesture. Patañjali is the name of the author of the Mahābhāṣya who also provided insightful commentary on Pāṇini's Sūtras. He's also known to have compiled the Yoga Sūtras. Patañjali is sometimes depicted as half human, half serpent, and is believed to have been a reincarnation of the divine serpent Ananta. It’s said that he fell from heaven into the open palms of a woman, which is likely what inspired Patanjali’s quite unique meaning. A name that holds great significance in faith, Patanjali honors ancient spiritual teachings and may be chosen to help guide your little one in a meaningful way.