- By Kashish Rai
- Fri, 09 May 2025 12:02 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Rukmini Dwadashi 2025: The appearance day of Devi Rukmini is observed every year during the 12th day (Dwadashi tithi) of Shukla Paksha in Vaishakh month. Rukmini Devi, the first among Lord Krishna's 16,108 queens in Sri Dwarika Dham, participates in His eternal pastimes as Dwarakadheesh. Devotees worship her as the supreme goddess of fortune, Maha-Lakshmi, as they worship Krishna as the Supreme Personality of Godhead. In Hinduism, individuals worship Rukmini as the goddess of luck and mostly worship her with her divine consort, Lord Krishna. Considered an avatar of Lakshmi, Rukmini is Krishna's primary and most beloved consort. Her divine persona features in most holy scriptures such as the Gopala Tapani Upanishad, Garga Samhita, Bhagavata Purana, Brahma Vaivarta Purana, and Harivamsha. The Mahabharata prominently features her in the Adi Parva and Mausala Parva, while the work Rukminisha Vijaya tells us about her life prior to and until her marriage with Krishna.
The devotees of western and southern Indian states like Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Goa, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu and Kerala hold Rukmini in great reverence. She is worshipped in Pandharpur as "Rakhumai" together with Vithoba, who is a manifestation of Krishna. Some Divya Desam temples worship her as the principal deity, whereas others worship her together with Satyabhama, commemorating their mutual love for Lord Krishna.
On the occasion of the appearance day of Devi Rukmini, check out the list of 30 Unique baby girl names inspired by Rukmini Devi to bless your little girl with the divine grace of the revered goddess.
Rukmini Dwadashi 2025: 30 Unique Baby Girl Names Inspired By The Rakhumai Or Devi Rukmini
1. Rakhumai – A loving form of Rukmini worshipped in Maharashtra, especially in Pandharpur; symbolises divine grace and wifely devotion.
2. Rukmini – The original name; means "adorned with gold" or "radiant queen", reflecting her beauty and spiritual brilliance.
3. Rukmaja – Daughter of King Bhishmaka (Rukmini’s father); means “born of gold”.
4. Vaidehi – Refers to a royal princess; honours Rukmini’s noble heritage and her strength of character.
5. Vaidarbhi – Princess of Vidarbha, Rukmini’s kingdom; signifies honour and royal grace.
6. Lakshmika – Derived from Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and fortune; represents abundance.
7. Dwarikeshwari – “Queen of Dwarika”; signifies her role as the chief consort of Krishna in Dwarika.
8. Krishnapriya – “Beloved of Krishna”; symbolises love, loyalty, and divine partnership.
9. Shrirukma – A poetic blend meaning “holy golden one”, inspired by her radiance and purity.
10. Rohini – While a different consort of Krishna, the name reflects lunar beauty and celestial grace, akin to Rukmini.
11. Bhavani – Another name for goddess energy; reflects Rukmini’s spiritual strength.
Goddess Rukmini is worshipped as the beloved consort of Lord Vitthal or Pandurang as Rakhumai. (Image Source: Wikimedia Commons)
12. Charudehi – “One with a beautiful body or soul”; reflects her charm and inner grace.
13. Krithika – A star name, symbolising celestial beauty; suits Rukmini’s heavenly nature.
14. Sundari – Means “beautiful woman”; highlights Rukmini’s divine appearance and elegance.
15. Shridevi – Respected goddess, an honourable and traditional name for the incarnations of Lakshmi.
16. Rajeshwari – "Queen of kings"; a royal name suitable for the royal and divine nature of Rukmini.
17. Yogalakshmi – Implies spiritual wealth and tranquillity, suitable for her sacred and calm nature.
18. Bhaktimayi – Devotee full; expresses her intense love and devotion to Krishna.
19. Vishwapriya – The universe's beloved; indicates how extensively Rukmini is revered.
20. Padmalaya – “Abode of lotuses”; associated with Lakshmi, indicating purity and prosperity.
21. Riddhika – Giver of success and abundance; ties to her fortune-giving form.
22. Anaghika – Flawless and sinless; reflects her virtuous and pure nature.
23. Satyavati – Truthful and firm in righteousness; echoes her determination to marry Krishna.
24. Karunamayi – Filled with compassion; one of Rukmini’s motherly and kind traits.
25. Haripriya – Beloved of Lord Hari (Krishna); a name directly connected to Rukmini’s devotion.
26. Nityalakshmi – Eternal Lakshmi; symbolises her eternal divine energy and presence.
27. Premalekha – "Line of love"; poetic name symbolising her untainted love for Krishna.
28. Rajkumari – Princess; signifies her royal birth and elegance.
29. Bhishmakanya – Daughter of Bhishmaka; directly symbolises Rukmini's paternal connection.
30. Vedangi – One founded upon Vedas or divine knowledge; symbolises her sagacity and spiritual nature.
