Amba
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A woman's name in South Asia linked to a Hindu mother goddess
- proper noun
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- Amba, it seems to me that the enlightenment she brings is the debunking of enlightenment.
- Amba Oduyoye
- Mercy Amba
Examples
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I have no idea who Amba is, so forgive me that little bit of ignorance.
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Amba, why don't you put something about this up on your blog?
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That is fascinating, and, as Amba says, it would be truly interesting to read more about your experiences.
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This is my little sister Amba's magic.
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Thanks anyway, Amba.
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The mother named her daughter Amba, honoring the goddess from Hindu tradition.
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Amba is a popular name for girls in many South Asian cultures.
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Amba often reflects the strength and nurturing qualities associated with female deities.
Surface Forms
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Etymology
Amba comes from the Sanskrit name Ambā, which means 'mother' and is the name of a mother goddess in Hindu stories. So the name Amba is often given to girls to honor that idea of care, strength, and protection.