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The 108 Names of Ganesha

Written and reviewed by The Kriya Yogi · Updated 25 September 2026

The 108 names of Ganesha are a beautiful way to meditate on his qualities.

The short answers

  • 108 names
  • Attributes
  • Devotional practice

The names provide a roadmap to his nature...

Approaching it with care

  1. Recite the names

    Focus on the meaning.

Cautions worth reading

    What scholars and evidence say

    Devotional texts.

    Questions people ask

    + Why 108 names?
    It's a sacred number in Hinduism.

    Sources

      These are living traditions, best approached with a teacher or community where possible. Nothing here is medical advice; check with a clinician before starting a new movement or meditation practice if you have a health condition.