Kali

A 12th century bronze statue of the goddess Kali

Meaning

Proper Noun

  • A goddess in Hinduism, one of the most significant figures within that religion, who destroys evil forces and bestows liberation.
  • A male demon, lord of Kali Yuga and the nemesis of Kalki, tenth Avatar of Vishnu.
  • A female given name from Sanskrit used especially in India.
  • A potassium salt.

Origin

  • From Sanskrit काली or कालिका.
  • A shortening of German Kalium.

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