Angadh

Angadh, also spelled Angad, is a name of Indian origin, primarily used for males. It has significance in Hinduism and Sikhism.

In Hindu mythology, Angadh is a prominent character in the epic Ramayana. He is the son of Vali, the monkey king, and Tara. Angadh plays a vital role in Rama's army, serving as a skilled warrior, diplomat, and trusted advisor. He is known for his strength, bravery, and unwavering loyalty to Rama. A notable episode features Angadh as Rama's envoy to Ravana's court in Lanka, where he bravely asserts Rama's power and refuses to bow down to Ravana.

In Sikhism, Angad Dev was the second of the ten Sikh Gurus. He succeeded Guru Nanak Dev, the founder of Sikhism. Guru Angad Dev is credited with standardizing and popularizing the Gurmukhi script, which became the primary script for writing the Sikh scriptures. He also established new institutions to strengthen the Sikh community and continued the work of Guru Nanak in spreading the message of equality, compassion, and devotion to God.

The name Angadh is associated with qualities like strength, courage, loyalty, and righteousness, reflecting the characteristics of the figures bearing this name in Hindu and Sikh traditions.