Ambikas

Ambikas is a feminine given name of Indian origin, derived from Ambika, a name of the Hindu goddess who is associated with Parvati and Durga. In Sanskrit, Ambikā is often interpreted as “goddess” or “mother goddess,” and the name is used across various Indian languages and communities.

The name is linked to Hindu religious and cultural traditions, where Ambika is worshipped as a form of the divine feminine power. Ambika appears in sacred texts and devotional literature, and is commonly invoked in temples and prayers dedicated to the goddess.

In modern use, Ambikas may be adopted by families as a given name. Spelling and pronunciation vary regionally, with common variants including Ambika, Ambikai, Ambigai, and related forms in different scripts. While Ambika is more widely attested as a standalone given name, Ambikas can appear as a plural or adapted form in some naming practices, and in rare cases may function as a surname.

As a closely related term, Ambika also appears in place names, temple names, and cultural references, reflecting the enduring reverence for the goddess in Indian culture. The name’s meaning and religious associations contribute to its continued use among followers and in the Indian diaspora.

See also Ambika, Ambikai, Ambigai, and the broader concept of Ambika as a goddess in Hinduism.