If you seek a profound and effortless way to connect with Lord Hanuman, the revered god Anjaneya and devoted follower of Lord Rama, you can explore the transformative practice of chanting his 108 names. The Hanuman Ashtottara, a sacred hymn, comprises 108 divine names of Bhagwan Shri Hanuman that beautifully capture his qualities and accomplishments. By reciting these names, you can invite the blessings and safeguarding presence of Lord Hanuman into your life, while also nurturing qualities of strength, courage, wisdom, and devotion. In this blog post, I will share with you the comprehensive list of all 108 names along with the mantras to invoke their power. May this endeavour deepen your devotion to Lord Hanuman and illuminate your journey with his divine grace.
108 Names of Hanuman – Lord Hanuman Ashtothram
- Om Anjaneyaya Namaha
- Om Mahaveeraya Namaha
- Om Hanumathe Namaha
- Om Maarutatmajaya Namaha
- Om Tatvagnana pradaya Namaha
- Om Sitadevi Mudra-pradayakaya Namaha
- Om Asokavanikachetrey Namaha
- Om Sarvamaaya vibhamjanaya Namaha
- Om Sarvabhanda vimoktrey Namaha
- Om Raksho vidvamsakarakaya Namaha
- Om Paravidya-parihaaraya Namaha
- Om Parasowrya vinasanaya Namaha
- Om Paramantra nirakarthrey Namaha
- Om Parayantra prabheydhakaya Namaha
- Om Sarwagraha vinasinye Namaha
- Om Bheemasena sahayakruthey Namaha
- Om Sarwadhukha haraya Namaha
- Om Sarwaloka charinye Namaha
- Om Manojavaya Namaha
- Om Parijatha-dhrumoolasthaya Namaha
- Om Sarwamantra swaroopinae Namaha
- Om Sarwatantra swaroopinae Namaha
- Om Sarwa-yantraathmakaya Namaha
- Om Kapeeshwaraya Namaha
- Om Mahakaayaya Namaha
- Om Sarwaroga haraya Namaha
- Om Prabhave Namaha
- Om Balasiddhi karaya Namaha
- Om sarva-vidya sampath-pradayakaya Namaha
- Om Kapisenaa-nayakaya Namaha
- Om Bhavishya-cchaturananaya Namaha
- Om Kumara brahmacharine Namaha
- Om Ratnakundala deepthimathe Namaha
- Om Sanchaladwala sannaddha Lambhamaana sikhojwalaya Namaha
- Om Gandharvavidya tatvagnaya Namaha
- Om Mahabala paraakramaya Namaha
- Om Kaaraagruha vimokthrey Namaha
- Om Shrumkalabhandha mochakaya Namaha
- Om Sagarootharakaya Namaha
- Om Praagnaya Namaha
- Om Ramaduthaya Namaha
- Om Prathapavathe Namaha
- Om Vanaraya Namaha
- Om Kesari suthaya Namaha
- Om Sitasokha nivaarakaya Namaha
- Om Anjanaagarbha sambhutaya Namaha
- Om Balaarkha Sadrusaananaya Namaha
- Om Vibhishana priyakaraya Namaha
- Om Dasagreeva kulanthakaya Namaha
- Om Lakshmana-pranadhatre Namaha
- Om Vajrakayaya Namaha
- Om Mahadhyuthaye Namaha
- Om Chiranjeeviney Namaha
- Om Rama-bhakthaya Namaha
- Om Dhaithyakarya vighathakaya Namaha
- Om Akshahamtrey Namaha
- Om Kanchanabhaya Namaha
- Om Panchavaktraya Namaha
- Om Mahathapase Namaha
- Om Lankini bhanjanaya Namaha
- Om Srimathey Namaha
- Om Simhikaaprana bhanjanaya Namaha
- Om Gandhamaadana-sailasthaya Namaha
- Om Lankapura vidahakaya Namaha
- Om Sugreeva sachivaya Namaha
- Om Dheeraya Namaha
- Om Sooraya Namaha
- Om Dhaithya-kulaanthakaya Namaha
- Om Suraarchithaya Namaha
- Om Mahatejasae Namaha
- Om Rama-chudaamani pradaya Namaha
- Om Kamarupine Namaha
- Om Pingalaakshaya Namaha
- Om Vaardhimainaaka poojithaya Namaha
- Om Kabaliikrutha marthanda mandalaya Namaha
- Om Vijithendriyaya Namaha
- Om Rama-Sugreeva samdhatrey Namaha
- Om Mahiravana mardhanaya Namaha
- Om Spatikabhaya Namaha
- Om Vaagadheesaya Namaha
- Om Navavyakruthi Pandithaya Namaha
- Om Chaturbhahave Namaha
- Om Deenabhandhave Namaha
- Om Mahatmane Namaha
- Om Bhaktha vtsalaya Namaha
- Om Sanjeevana-nagaaharthrey Namaha
- Om Suchaye Namaha
- Om Vagminae Namaha
- Om Dhrudavrataya Namaha
- Om Kalanemi pramadhanaaya Namaha
- Om Harimarkhata-markhataya Namaha
- Om Dhamtaya Namaha
- Om Shanthaya Namaha
- Om Prasannathmane Namaha
- Om Sathakantha Madaapahruthey Namaha
- Om Yogine Namaha
- Om Ramakathalolaya Namaha
- Om Seethanveshana Pandithaya Namaha
- Om Vajradhamshtraya Namaha
- Om Vajranakhaya Namaha
- Om Rudraveerya samudhbhavaya Namaha
- Om Indrajithprahitha-amogha-brahmastra vinivaarakaya Namaha
- Om Pardhadwajaagra-samvasine Namaha
- Om Sharapanjara bhedhakaya Namaha
- Om Dasa-bahavey Namaha
- Om Loka poojyaya Namaha
- Om Jambavathpreethi vardhanaya Namaha
- Om Sita sametha Sri Rama pada sevaa-dhurandharaya Namaha
|| Ithi Sri Anjaneya Ashtothram Shatanamavali Sampoornam ||
Sri Anjaneya Ashtothram | Hanuman Ashtothram
Read the complete Sri Anjaneya Ashtothram (Hanuman Ashtothram) 108 names of Shri Hanuman Ji
FAQs - Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of Hanuman Ashtottara?
Hanuman Ashtottara means “108 names of Hanuman”. It is a devotional hymn that consists of 108 names of Lord Hanuman, the monkey god and a great devotee of Lord Rama. Each name describes his divine qualities and deeds.
What are the benefits of chanting Hanuman Ashtottara?
Chanting Hanuman Ashtottara helps invoke the blessings and protection of Lord Hanuman and gain strength, courage, wisdom, and devotion. It can also protect you from enemies and dangers, bestow the courage and strength to overcome all problems in your life, and increase your love for Lord Rama.
How to chant Hanuman Ashtottara?
You can chant Hanuman Ashtottara by reciting each name with the prefix “Om” and the suffix “Namah”. For example, Om Anjaneyaya Namah, Om Mahaviraya Namah, etc. You can also use a rosary or a mala to count the number of times you chant. You can chant it any time of the day, but preferably in the morning or evening. You can also chant it before or after performing any puja or ritual for Lord Hanuman.
What are some of the popular names of Hanuman Ashtottara?
Some of the popular names of Hanuman Ashtottara are:
– Anjaneya – Son of Anjana
– Mahavira – Most Valiant
– Hanumanta – One With Puffy Cheeks
– Marutatmaja – Most Beloved Like Gems
– Tatvajnanapradaya – Granter of Wisdom
– Sitadevi Mudrapradayaka – Deliverer of the Ring of Sita
– Ashokavanakachhetre – Destroyer of Ashoka Orchard
– Sarvamayavibhanjana – Destroyer of All Illusions
– Sarvabandha Vimoktre – Detacher of All Relationship
– Rakshovidhwansakaraka – Slayer of Demons
Where can I find the full list of 108 names and their meanings?
You can find the full list of 108 names and their meanings on this blog
What are some other ways to worship Lord Hanuman?
Some other ways to worship Lord Hanuman are:
- Reading or listening to the Ramayana epic, especially the Sundarakanda chapter that narrates his heroic deeds.
- Reciting or listening to the Hanuman Chalisa, a 40-verse hymn composed by Saint Tulsidas that praises his glory and power.
- Visiting or offering prayers at any temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman or Lord Rama.
- Offering him fruits, flowers, vermilion, betel leaves, coconut, etc. as per your devotion and capacity.
- Meditating on his form or mantra with love and faith.