Parthasarathi as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Parthasarathi

What is the meaning of the name Parthasarathi ?

The baby name Parthasarathi is a Male name , 5 syllables long and is pronounced par-tha-saa-rah-thee (approx. /pərt̪ʰəsɑːrət̪i/).

Parthasarathi is Sanskrit in Origin.

Parthasarathi is a masculine Indian name from Sanskrit Pārthasārathi (पार्थसारथि), a compound of Pārtha (“Arjuna,” son of Kunti) and sārathi (“charioteer”). It is a theophoric epithet of Krishna in the Mahābhārata, where he serves as Arjuna’s charioteer and spiritual guide; the name thus means “charioteer of Partha” or by extension “divine guide.” Common spellings and transliterations include Parthasarathy, Partha Sarathi, Parthasarathi, and the less frequent Parthasarthy.

In use across India since classical times, the name is especially popular in southern states, reflected in landmarks such as Chennai’s Parthasarathy Temple. It appears both as a given name and, in South India, as a surname. Short forms and regional variants include Partha, Partho (Bengali), Sarathi/Sarthi, Sarath, and Parthu. Bearers often value its connotations of wise counsel, steadfast friendship, and commitment to dharma.