108 Names of Lord Parashurama: Ashtottara Shatanamavali & Meaning
Bhagwan Parashurama 108 Names (Ashtottara Shatanamavali) - Sanskrit Text
1. ॐ रामाय नमः।
2. ॐ राजाटवीवह्नये नमः।
3. ॐ रामचन्द्रप्रसादकाय नमः।
4. ॐ राजरक्तारुणस्नाताय नमः।
5. ॐ राजीवायतलोचनाय नमः।
6. ॐ रैणुकेयाय नमः।
7. ॐ रुद्रशिष्याय नमः।
8. ॐ रेणुकाच्छेदनाय नमः।
9. ॐ रयिणे नमः।
10. ॐ रणधूतमहासेनाय नमः।
11. ॐ रुद्राणीधर्मपुत्रकाय नमः।
12. ॐ राजत्परशुविच्छिन्नकार्तवीर्यार्जुनद्रुमाय नमः।
13. ॐ राताखिलरसाय नमः।
14. ॐ रक्तकृतपैतृक तर्पणाय नमः।
15. ॐ रत्नाकरकृतावासाय नमः।
16. ॐ रतीशकृतविस्मयाय नमः।
17. ॐ रागहीनाय नमः।
18. ॐ रागदूराय नमः।
19. ॐ रक्षितब्रह्मचर्यकाय नमः।
20. ॐ राज्यमत्तक्षत्त्रबीज भर्जनाग्निप्रतापवते नमः।
21. ॐ राजद्भृगुकुलाम्बोधिचन्द्रमसे नमः।
22. ॐ रञ्जितद्विजाय नमः।
23. ॐ रक्तोपवीताय नमः।
24. ॐ रक्ताक्षाय नमः।
25. ॐ रक्तलिप्ताय नमः।
26. ॐ रणोद्धताय नमः।
27. ॐ रणत्कुठाराय नमः।
28. ॐ रविभूदण्डायित महाभुजाय नमः।
29. ॐ रमानाधधनुर्धारिणे नमः।
30. ॐ रमापतिकलामयाय नमः।
31. ॐ रमालयमहावक्षसे नमः।
32. ॐ रमानुजलसन्मुखाय नमः।
33. ॐ रणैकमल्लाय नमः।
34. ॐ रसनाऽविषयोद्दण्ड पौरुषाय नमः।
35. ॐ रामनामश्रुतिस्रस्तक्षत्रियागर्भसञ्चयाय नमः।
36. ॐ रोषानलमयाकाराय नमः।
37. ॐ रेणुकापुनराननाय नमः।
38. ॐ रधेयचातकाम्भोदाय नमः।
39. ॐ रुद्धचापकलापगाय नमः।
40. ॐ राजीवचरणद्वन्द्वचिह्नपूतमहेन्द्रकाय नमः।
41. ॐ रामचन्द्रन्यस्ततेजसे नमः।
42. ॐ राजशब्दार्धनाशनाय नमः।
43. ॐ राद्धदेवद्विजव्राताय नमः।
44. ॐ रोहिताश्वाननार्चिताय नमः।
45. ॐ रोहिताश्वदुराधर्षाय नमः।
46. ॐ रोहिताश्वप्रपावनाय नमः।
47. ॐ रामनामप्रधानार्धाय नमः।
48. ॐ रत्नाकरगभीरधिये नमः।
49. ॐ राजन्मौञ्जीसमाबद्ध सिंहमध्याय नमः।
50. ॐ रविद्युतये नमः।
51. ॐ रजताद्रिगुरुस्थानाय नमः।
52. ॐ रुद्राणीप्रेमभाजनाय नमः।
53. ॐ रुद्रभक्ताय नमः।
54. ॐ रौद्रमूर्तये नमः।
55. ॐ रुद्राधिकपराक्रमाय नमः।
56. ॐ रविताराचिरस्थायिने नमः।
57. ॐ रक्तदेवर्षिभावनाय नमः।
58. ॐ रम्याय नमः।
59. ॐ रम्यगुणाय नमः।
60. ॐ रक्ताय नमः।
61. ॐ रातभक्ताखिलेप्सिताय नमः।
62. ॐ रचितस्वर्गगोपाय नमः।
63. ॐ रन्धिताशयवासनाय नमः।
64. ॐ रुद्धप्राणादिसञ्चाराय नमः।
65. ॐ राजद्ब्रह्मपदस्थिताय नमः।
66. ॐ रत्नसानुमहाधीराय नमः।
67. ॐ रसासुरशिखामणये नमः।
68. ॐ रक्तसिद्धये नमः।
69. ॐ रम्यतपसे नमः।
70. ॐ राततीर्थाटनाय नमः।
71. ॐ रसिने नमः।
72. ॐ रचितभ्रातृहननाय नमः।
73. ॐ रक्षितभातृकाय नमः।
74. ॐ राणिने नमः।
75. ॐ राजापहृततातेष्टिधेन्वाहर्त्रे नमः।
76. ॐ रसाप्रभवे नमः।
77. ॐ रक्षितब्राह्म्यसाम्राज्याय नमः।
78. ॐ रौद्राणेयजयध्वजाय नमः।
79. ॐ राजकीर्तिमयच्छत्राय नमः।
80. ॐ रोमहर्षणविक्रमाय नमः।
81. ॐ राजसौर्यरसाम्भोधिकुम्भसम्भूतिसायकाय नमः।
82. ॐ रात्रिन्दिवसमाजाग्रत्प्रतापग्रीष्मभास्कराय नमः।
83. ॐ राजबीजोदरक्षोणीपरित्यागिने नमः।
84. ॐ रसात्पतये नमः।
85. ॐ रसाभारहराय नमः।
86. ॐ रस्याय नमः।
87. ॐ राजीवजकृतक्षमाय नमः।
88. ॐ रुद्रमेरुधनुर्भङ्ग कृद्धात्मने नमः।
89. ॐ रौद्रभूषणाय नमः।
90. ॐ रामचन्द्रमुखज्योत्स्नामृतक्षालितहृन्मलाय नमः।
91. ॐ रामाभिन्नाय नमः।
92. ॐ रुद्रमयाय नमः।
93. ॐ रामरुद्रो भयात्मकाय नमः।
94. ॐ रामपूजितपादाब्जाय नमः।
95. ॐ रामविद्वेषिकैतवाय नमः।
96. ॐ रामानन्दाय नमः।
97. ॐ रामनामाय नमः।
98. ॐ रामाय नमः।
99. ॐ रामात्मनिर्भिदाय नमः।
100. ॐ रामप्रियाय नमः।
101. ॐ रामतृप्ताय नमः।
102. ॐ रामगाय नमः।
103. ॐ रामविश्रमाय नमः।
104. ॐ रामज्ञानकुठारात्तराजलोकमहातमसे नमः।
105. ॐ रामात्ममुक्तिदाय नमः।
106. ॐ रामाय नमः।
107. ॐ रामदाय नमः।
108. ॐ राममङ्गलाय नमः।
Transliteration (Roman/IAST)
1. oṃ rāmāya namaḥ - 2. oṃ rājāṭavī-vahnaye namaḥ - 3. oṃ rāmacandra-prasādakāya namaḥ - 4. oṃ rāja-raktāruṇa-snātāya namaḥ - 5. oṃ rājīvāyata-locanāya namaḥ - 6. oṃ raiṇukeyāya namaḥ - 7. oṃ rudra-śiṣyāya namaḥ - 8. oṃ reṇukā-cchedanāya namaḥ ...
(Every name in this namavali begins with the syllable "ra" and ends with "namaḥ." The full 108 names are given above in Devanagari; the opening names are transliterated here as a guide. The litany closes with 108. oṃ rāma-maṅgalāya namaḥ.)
Meaning
This is an Ashtottara-shatanamavali - a garland of 108 names - of Lord Parashurama, recited in the form "Om, salutations to [name]." A striking feature is that every single name begins with the letter "ra," weaving a sound-garland around the name Rama. The names describe Parashurama's whole being: Rama himself (Ramaya); the forest-fire to the thicket of wicked kings (Rajatavi-vahnaye); blessed by Ramachandra (Ramachandra-prasadakaya); lotus-eyed (Rajivayata-lochanaya); son of Renuka (Raineukeyaya); disciple of Rudra/Shiva (Rudra-shishyaya); the axe-wielder whose blazing axe felled Kartavirya-arjuna (Rajat-parashu-vichchhinna-kartaviryarjuna-drumaya); the moon to the ocean of the glorious Bhrigu clan (Rajad-bhrigu-kulambodhi-chandramase); steadfast in celibacy (Rakshita-brahmacharyaka); the fiery valour that scorched the seed of arrogant kshatriyas (Rajya-matta-kshatra-bija-bharjana-agni-pratapavate); devotee of Rudra (Rudra-bhaktaya); of fierce form (Raudra-murtaye); whose heart-stains were washed by the moonlight-nectar of Ramachandra's face (Ramachandra-mukha-jyotsna-amrita-kshalita-hrin-malaya); the great axe of Rama's wisdom that dispels the darkness of kings (Rama-jnana-kuthara-atta-raja-loka-maha-tamase); the giver of Rama (Ramadaya); and finally Rama-mangalaya - the auspiciousness that is Rama. Through these 108 names the devotee contemplates Parashurama as warrior, sage, devotee of Shiva, son of Jamadagni and Renuka, and an avatara inseparable from Rama and from the supreme reality.
About this Namavali
The 108 Names of Bhagwan Parashurama form an ashtottara-shatanamavali - one of the most popular short devotional formats in Hinduism, used for archana (offering flowers or akshata with each name). Parashurama is the sixth avatara of Vishnu, the axe-bearing warrior-sage (Parashu = axe, Rama) born to the rishi Jamadagni and Renuka in the line of Bhrigu. He is famed for restoring dharma by humbling the tyrannical kshatriyas, for being the disciple of Lord Shiva (from whom he received his axe), and for being a guru to great warriors such as Bhishma, Drona and Karna. This particular namavali is composed as an alliterative tour de force in which every name opens with "ra," turning the recitation itself into a meditation on the Rama-nama and on Parashurama's intimate link with Shri Ramachandra. Parashurama is also honoured as a Chiranjivi - one of the deathless ones said to remain until the end of the age.
Significance & Spiritual Benefits
Reciting the 108 names with flower-offerings (archana) is a complete, accessible worship that fixes the mind on every aspect of the deity. For Parashurama, the names invoke courage, victory over adversaries, the strength to uphold dharma, mastery of skill and weaponry, and the destruction of arrogance and injustice - outer and inner. Because so many names tie Parashurama to Rama and to Shiva, recitation also draws the grace of those two great deities. Devotees chant the namavali for protection, valour, success against obstacles, discipline in study (Parashurama being the supreme guru of arms), and for the dissolving of ego and ignorance, which several names explicitly describe him conquering. The repeated "ra" sound is itself considered purifying, the seed of agni (fire) that burns away sin.
Astrological Relevance
Parashurama's intensely martial nature - the warrior who wields the axe, scorches the arrogant and embodies blazing valour - links him in jyotisha most directly with Mangala (Mars), the karaka of courage, energy, weapons, land, siblings and the warrior spirit. Those with a weak, debilitated or afflicted Mars, with Mangal (Kuja) dosha, or facing conflicts, accidents and lack of drive, may worship Parashurama to strengthen Mars and channel its fire toward righteous purpose. As a Brahmin sage of towering tapas and a teacher of the Vedas and astras, he is also connected with Guru (Jupiter) - wisdom, dharma and the guru-principle - making the namavali supportive where Jupiter is weak or a guru's grace is sought. His devotion to Shiva ties his worship to Shani (Saturn) remedies through the Shaiva connection, and his Chiranjivi (immortal) status resonates with longevity concerns of the 8th house. Reciting the namavali on Tuesdays, the day of Mars, is especially recommended for valour and protection.
How to Chant (Vidhi)
Bathe and sit facing east before an image of Parashurama (or Vishnu/Shiva). Light a lamp and keep flowers, tulsi or akshata (unbroken rice) ready. Recite ॐ, then chant each of the 108 names in the form "Om [name] namah," offering a flower or grain of akshata with each name in archana. Maintain a steady, devotional pace and a calm mind. Conclude with a bow and a prayer for courage, protection and the strength to follow dharma. The namavali may be recited daily or on Parashurama's special days.
Best Day & Time
Akshaya Tritiya (Vaishakha Shukla Tritiya), observed as Parashurama Jayanti - his birth anniversary - is the most auspicious day. Tuesday, the day of Mars, suits his warrior character, and early morning is the ideal time. The namavali is also well suited to daily recitation as part of one's worship.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does every name begin with the syllable "ra"?
The namavali is composed as an alliterative garland in which all 108 names open with "ra," weaving the sacred Rama-nama through the entire litany. This makes the recitation a continuous meditation on the name Rama and on Parashurama's deep bond with Shri Ramachandra.
Is Parashurama the same as Lord Rama?
No. They are distinct avataras of Vishnu - Parashurama (the sixth, axe-wielding warrior-sage, son of Jamadagni) and Rama of Ayodhya (the seventh). The two famously meet in the Ramayana, and this namavali celebrates their connection, even calling Parashurama "Ramabhinna" (inseparable from Rama).
What is an Ashtottara-shatanamavali?
It is a list of 108 names of a deity, recited in the form "Om [name] namah," typically with the offering of a flower or akshata for each name (archana). It is one of the most common and beloved forms of Hindu worship.
The axe-wielding avatara whose name begins every praise
Lord Parashurama - the sixth avatara of Vishnu and the only one who remains immortal through the ages - occupies a distinctive space in the Vaishnava tradition. He is the avatar of righteous fury, the warrior-brahmin who upholds dharma through force when gentleness has failed, and his story is one of radical, uncompromising commitment to cosmic order. The Parashurama Ashtottara Shatanamavali carries a remarkable structural signature: every one of the 108 names begins with the syllable ra, weaving the sacred Rama-nama through the entire garland as a hidden thread of grace. This is not decorative; it is a theological statement that the Rama-shakti runs through all of Vishnu's manifestations.
In the Jyotish tradition, Parashurama is linked to both Mars (Mangal) for his warrior nature and to Jupiter (Brihaspati) for his brahminical wisdom and learning, making his archana particularly meaningful during Mangal or Guru dashas when a devotee needs both courage and discernment. The namavali is traditionally recited on Tuesdays, on Parashurama Jayanti (Akshaya Tritiya), or as part of a structured Mars-pacification sadhana. Devotees believe that regular recitation of this litany cultivates not aggression but dharmic strength - the inner fortitude to do what is right even when it is difficult, and the clarity to know the difference between righteous action and mere anger.