Jagadisha

Jagadisha is a masculine given name of Sanskrit origin. It is formed from jagat, meaning world or universe, and ish(a), meaning lord or master, yielding the translation “lord of the world” or “master of the universe.” In Hindu religious usage, Jagadisha is an epithet of Vishnu and is sometimes applied to Krishna as well, reflecting the deity’s role as the sovereign over all creation. The name appears in devotional literature and in prayers as an appellation for the Supreme Being.

As a personal name, Jagadisha is used across several Indian language communities, including Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, Marathi, and Hindi speakers. It has several transliterations and related variants, such as Jagadish, Jagdish, and Jagdish(a). The form variations arise from regional pronunciation and the transliteration of Sanskrit phonology into local scripts. The name is commonly given with the expectation of spiritual significance or blessing, rather than a specific doctrinal association.

Cultural context includes its use in Vaishnavism and related traditions, where Jagadisha serves as an honorific for Vishnu and is sometimes incorporated into compound deity names in temples, liturgy, or devotional poetry. While the exact usage can vary by community, the underlying meaning remains anchored in the idea of a universal ruler or guardian of all existence.

See also: Jagdish, Jagadish, Jagadisha (variation spellings and related names).