108 Names of Siddhivinayaka (Siddhivinayaka Ashtottara Shatanamavali)
श्री सिद्धिविनायक अष्टोत्तरशतनामावली
What is the Siddhivinayaka Ashtottara Shatanamavali?
The Siddhivinayaka Ashtottara Shatanamavali is a devotional garland of 108 names of Lord Ganesha in his form as Siddhivinayaka, the Vinayaka who grants siddhi, or accomplishment. Each name is offered as a short mantra in the form Om [name] Namah, and a full recitation takes roughly 15 to 20 minutes.
Long before Ganesha worship took the form of a printed list, devotees held his many aspects in the mind one at a time, syllable by syllable, as a way of turning fully toward him before a fresh start. The Siddhivinayaka Ashtottara Shatanamavali carries that same intention: 108 names that trace his birth as Gauri’s son, his elephant head and single tusk, his role as remover of obstacles and lord of the ganas, his mouse vehicle, and his standing as the deity worshipped first, before any other god, at the start of any undertaking. This page gives each name in easy Roman script, the original Devanagari mantra, and a plain-English meaning, so you can chant with understanding. Hide the meanings for a distraction-free chant, enlarge the text, or print the whole garland for your puja.
All 108 Names of Siddhivinayaka with Meaning
Chant each line as it appears: Om, the name, then Namah. The Devanagari mantra sits under every English line, with its meaning below.
Om Vinayakaya Namah
ॐ विनायकाय नमः।
The supreme leader who removes all obstacles
Om Vighnarajaya Namah
ॐ विघ्नराजाय नमः।
Lord and king over every obstacle
Om Gauriputraya Namah
ॐ गौरीपुत्राय नमः।
Son of Goddess Gauri
Om Ganeshvaraya Namah
ॐ गणेश्वराय नमः।
Lord and ruler of the ganas, Shiva’s attendant hosts
Om Skandagrajaya Namah
ॐ स्कन्दाग्रजाय नमः।
Elder brother of Skanda (Kartikeya)
Om Avyayaya Namah
ॐ अव्ययाय नमः।
The imperishable one, never subject to decay
Om Putaya Namah
ॐ पूताय नमः।
The pure and sanctified one
Om Dakshadhyakshyaya Namah
ॐ दक्षाध्यक्ष्याय नमः।
Overseer of skill, competence, and right conduct
Om Dvijapriyaya Namah
ॐ द्विजप्रियाय नमः।
Beloved of the twice-born and of birds alike
Om Agnigarbhachchhide Namah
ॐ अग्निगर्भच्छिदे नमः।
He who tempers the fire hidden within creation
Om Indrashripradaya Namah
ॐ इन्द्रश्रीप्रदाय नमः।
Bestower of Indra’s royal glory and fortune
Om Vanibalapradaya Namah
ॐ वाणीबलप्रदाय नमः।
Giver of strength and power to speech
Om Sarvasiddhipradayakaya Namah
ॐ सर्वसिद्धिप्रदायकाय नमः।
Bestower of every accomplishment and success
Om Sharvatanayaya Namah
ॐ शर्वतनयाय नमः।
Son of Sharva, a name of Shiva
Om Gauritanujaya Namah
ॐ गौरीतनूजाय नमः।
Son born of Gauri
Om Sharvaripriyaya Namah
ॐ शर्वरीप्रियाय नमः।
Fond of the quiet hours of night
Om Sarvatmakaya Namah
ॐ सर्वात्मकाय नमः।
The self dwelling within all beings
Om Srishtikartre Namah
ॐ सृष्टिकर्त्रे नमः।
Creator and originator of the universe
Om Devanikarchitaya Namah
ॐ देवानीकार्चिताय नमः।
Worshipped by entire hosts of gods
Om Shivaya Namah
ॐ शिवाय नमः।
The auspicious one, ever benevolent
Om Shuddhaya Namah
ॐ शुद्धाय नमः।
The pure one, untouched by any impurity
Om Buddhipriyaya Namah
ॐ बुद्धिप्रियाय नमः।
Lover of wisdom and clear intellect
Om Shantaya Namah
ॐ शान्ताय नमः।
The peaceful one, free of all agitation
Om Brahmacharine Namah
ॐ ब्रह्मचारिणे नमः।
He who lives as a celibate devoted to Brahman
Om Gajananaya Namah
ॐ गजाननाय नमः।
The elephant-faced one
Om Dvaimaturaya Namah
ॐ द्वैमातुराय नमः।
He who is nourished by two mothers
Om Munistutyaya Namah
ॐ मुनिस्तुत्याय नमः।
Praised and honored by sages
Om Bhakta Vighna Vinashanaya Namah
ॐ भक्त विघ्न विनाशनाय नमः।
Destroyer of every obstacle facing his devotees
Om Ekadantaya Namah
ॐ एकदन्ताय नमः।
The single-tusked one
Om Chaturbahave Namah
ॐ चतुर्बाहवे नमः।
The four-armed lord
Om Shaktisamyutaya Namah
ॐ शक्तिसंयुताय नमः।
United with divine, creative power
Om Chaturaya Namah
ॐ चतुराय नमः।
The clever and skillful one
Om Lambodaraya Namah
ॐ लम्बोदराय नमः।
He of the large, rounded belly
Om Shurpakarnaya Namah
ॐ शूर्पकर्णाय नमः।
He whose ears are broad as winnowing fans
Om Herambaya Namah
ॐ हेरम्बाय नमः।
Protector of the weak and helpless
Om Brahmavittamaya Namah
ॐ ब्रह्मवित्तमाय नमः।
Foremost among knowers of Brahman
Om Kalaya Namah
ॐ कालाय नमः।
Lord of time itself
Om Grahapataye Namah
ॐ ग्रहपतये नमः।
Lord and ruler of the planets
Om Kamine Namah
ॐ कामिने नमः।
He who is himself desirable and fulfils desire
Om Somasuryagnilochanaya Namah
ॐ सोमसूर्याग्निलोचनाय नमः।
He whose three eyes are the moon, sun, and fire
Om Pashankushadharaya Namah
ॐ पाशाङ्कुशधराय नमः।
Bearer of the noose and the elephant goad
Om Chhandaya Namah
ॐ छन्दाय नमः।
Embodiment of sacred Vedic meter
Om Gunatitaya Namah
ॐ गुणातीताय नमः।
Beyond the three gunas of nature
Om Niranjanaya Namah
ॐ निरञ्जनाय नमः।
The spotless one, without any blemish
Om Akalmashaya Namah
ॐ अकल्मषाय नमः।
Free from every trace of sin
Om Svayamsiddharchitapadaya Namah
ॐ स्वयंसिद्धार्चितपदाय नमः।
Whose feet are worshipped by the self-realized
Om Bijapurakaraya Namah
ॐ बीजापूरकराय नमः।
He who holds the citron fruit in hand
Om Avyaktaya Namah
ॐ अव्यक्ताय नमः।
The unmanifest one, hidden from ordinary sight
Om Gadine Namah
ॐ गदिने नमः।
Bearer of the mace
Om Varadaya Namah
ॐ वरदाय नमः।
Granter of boons to those who seek him
Om Shashvataya Namah
ॐ शाश्वताय नमः।
The eternal, everlasting one
Om Kritine Namah
ॐ कृतिने नमः।
The accomplished and skillful one
Om Vidvatpriyaya Namah
ॐ विद्वत्प्रियाय नमः।
Beloved of the learned and wise
Om Vitabhayaya Namah
ॐ वीतभयाय नमः।
He who is free from all fear
Om Chakrine Namah
ॐ चक्रिणे नमः।
Bearer of the discus
Om Ikshuchapadhrite Namah
ॐ इक्षुचापधृते नमः।
Holder of the bow made of sugarcane
Om Abjotpalakaraya Namah
ॐ अब्जोत्पलकराय नमः।
He who holds the lotus and the water-lily
Om Shridhaya Namah
ॐ श्रीधाय नमः।
Bestower of prosperity and grace
Om Shrihetave Namah
ॐ श्रीहेतवे नमः।
The very cause of good fortune
Om Stutiharshataya Namah
ॐ स्तुतिहर्षताय नमः।
He who delights in heartfelt praise
Om Kaladbhrite Namah
ॐ कलाद्भृते नमः।
Bearer of a digit of the crescent moon
Om Jatine Namah
ॐ जटिने नमः।
He who wears matted ascetic locks
Om Chandrachudaya Namah
ॐ चन्द्रचूडाय नमः।
Crowned with the crescent moon
Om Amareshvaraya Namah
ॐ अमरेश्वराय नमः।
Lord of the immortal celestial beings
Om Nagayajnopavitine Namah
ॐ नागयज्ञोपवीतिने नमः।
He who wears a serpent as his sacred thread
Om Shrikantaya Namah
ॐ श्रीकान्ताय नमः।
He of beautiful, radiant form
Om Ramarchitapadaya Namah
ॐ रामार्चितपदाय नमः।
Whose feet were worshipped by Lord Rama
Om Vritine Namah
ॐ वृतिने नमः।
Embodiment of righteous conduct and vow
Om Sthulakantaya Namah
ॐ स्थूलकान्ताय नमः।
He of the broad, powerful throat
Om Trayikartre Namah
ॐ त्रयीकर्त्रे नमः।
Author and creator of the three Vedas
Om Sanghoshapriyaya Namah
ॐ सङ्घोषप्रियाय नमः।
Fond of joyful, resounding chants
Om Purushottamaya Namah
ॐ पुरुषोत्तमाय नमः।
The supreme being, highest among all
Om Sthulatundaya Namah
ॐ स्थूलतुण्डाय नमः।
He of the broad, mighty trunk
Om Agrajanyaya Namah
ॐ अग्रजन्याय नमः।
The firstborn, foremost among beings
Om Gramanye Namah
ॐ ग्रामण्ये नमः।
Leader who guides the group forward
Om Ganapaya Namah
ॐ गणपाय नमः।
Protector and lord of the ganas
Om Sthiraya Namah
ॐ स्थिराय नमः।
The steady one, unwavering and firm
Om Vriddhidaya Namah
ॐ वृद्धिदाय नमः।
Bestower of growth and increase
Om Subhagaya Namah
ॐ सुभगाय नमः।
The auspicious and fortunate one
Om Shuraya Namah
ॐ शूराय नमः।
The valiant, heroic one
Om Vagishaya Namah
ॐ वागीशाय नमः।
Lord and master of speech
Om Siddhidaya Namah
ॐ सिद्धिदाय नमः।
Bestower of accomplishment and success
Om Durvabilvapriyaya Namah
ॐ दूर्वाबिल्वप्रियाय नमः।
Fond of durva grass and bilva leaves offered in worship
Om Kantaya Namah
ॐ कान्ताय नमः।
The lovely, radiant one
Om Papaharine Namah
ॐ पापहारिणे नमः।
Remover of sin and wrongdoing
Om Kritagamaya Namah
ॐ कृतागमाय नमः।
Establisher of sacred scripture and tradition
Om Samahitaya Namah
ॐ समाहिताय नमः।
The composed and deeply focused one
Om Vakratundaya Namah
ॐ वक्रतुण्डाय नमः।
He of the curved trunk
Om Shripradaya Namah
ॐ श्रीप्रदाय नमः।
Bestower of prosperity and fortune
Om Saumyaya Namah
ॐ सौम्याय नमः।
The gentle, mild-natured one
Om Bhaktakankshitadaya Namah
ॐ भक्ताकाङ्क्षितदाय नमः।
Fulfiller of his devotees’ heartfelt wishes
Om Achyutaya Namah
ॐ अच्युताय नमः।
The unfailing one, never faltering
Om Kevalaya Namah
ॐ केवलाय नमः।
The absolute, existing alone and complete
Om Siddhaya Namah
ॐ सिद्धाय नमः।
The perfected and fully accomplished one
Om Sachchidanandavigrahaya Namah
ॐ सच्चिदानन्दविग्रहाय नमः।
Whose very form is being, consciousness, and bliss
Om Jnanine Namah
ॐ ज्ञानिने नमः।
The wise one, possessor of true knowledge
Om Mayayuktaya Namah
ॐ मायायुक्ताय नमः।
United with the creative power of maya
Om Dantaya Namah
ॐ दन्ताय नमः।
The self-controlled and disciplined one
Om Brahmishthaya Namah
ॐ ब्रह्मिष्ठाय नमः।
He who is firmly established in Brahman
Om Bhayavarchitaya Namah
ॐ भयावर्चिताय नमः।
He who is turned to and honored even out of fear
Om Pramattadaityabhayadaya Namah
ॐ प्रमत्तदैत्यभयदाय नमः।
Instiller of fear in arrogant, unrestrained demons
Om Vyaktamurtaye Namah
ॐ व्यक्तमूर्तये नमः।
He who takes on a clear, manifest form
Om Amurtaye Namah
ॐ अमूर्तये नमः।
The formless one, beyond all shape
Om Parvatishankarotsangakhelanotsavalalanaya Namah
ॐ पार्वतीशङ्करोत्सङ्गखेलनोत्सवलालनाय नमः।
He who delights, playing joyfully in the lap of Parvati and Shankar
Om Samastajagadadharaya Namah
ॐ समस्तजगदाधाराय नमः।
Support and foundation of the entire universe
Om Varamushakavahanaya Namah
ॐ वरमूषकवाहनाय नमः।
He whose noble vehicle is the mouse
Om Hrishtastutaya Namah
ॐ हृष्टस्तुताय नमः।
He who is joyfully praised by his devotees
Om Prasannatmane Namah
ॐ प्रसन्नात्मने नमः।
The ever-gracious one, whose nature is contentment itself
About the Siddhivinayaka Ashtottara Shatanamavali
Ashtottara Shatanamavali literally means a set of one hundred and eight names, and this particular form belongs to Ganesha in his aspect as Siddhivinayaka, the Vinayaka who grants siddhi, or accomplishment. Where a sahasranama moves through a thousand names in an extended meditative sitting, an ashtottara is built for a shorter, more focused offering: 108 epithets, each one a single facet of the deity, recited before starting something that matters.
These names draw on the wider body of Ganesha stotra and purana literature: his birth to Parvati (Gauri), his elephant head and single tusk, his role as leader of Shiva’s ganas, his identity as the one worshipped first (Pratham Pujya) before any other deity, and his standing as the remover of obstacles, Vighnaharta. Some names describe his form directly, such as Gajanana, Lambodara and Ekadanta, while others describe what he represents: wisdom, steadiness, and the power to grant success where effort alone is not enough.
Siddhivinayaka worship carries a specific, practical association in everyday Hindu life. Businesses, exams, journeys, new homes and new ventures are commonly begun with a prayer to Siddhivinayaka, and the 108 names are recited as a way of asking, name by name, for the obstacles ahead to be softened and the effort already underway to succeed.
How to Chant the 108 Names
- Prepare a clean, quiet space. Sit facing east, with a picture or murti of Ganesha in front of you. Lighting a diya or a stick of incense is a common way to begin.
- Set aside 15 to 20 minutes. The full list of 108 names moves at a comfortable pace in around fifteen to twenty minutes, so pick a stretch of time when you will not be interrupted. Early morning or a Wednesday works well, since the day is traditionally associated with Ganesha.
- Begin with a short invocation. A brief prayer to Ganesha, or a few rounds of the Vakratunda Mahakaya mantra, helps settle the mind before moving into the namavali itself.
- Recite each name clearly. Say every Om [name] Namah at a steady, even pace, aloud or silently, letting the meaning land rather than rushing through the count.
- Offer as you go, if you wish. Many devotees offer a grain of rice, a durva blade, or a flower with each name, gathering the offering respectfully once all 108 are complete.
- Close with gratitude. End with a moment of silence, or the closing phrase Iti Shri Siddhivinayaka Ashtottarashatanamavalih Sampurna, which marks the recitation as complete.
Benefits of Chanting
In the bhakti tradition an ashtottara is valued as much for the quarter-hour of undivided attention it asks of you as for any single reward. Devotees turn to this garland for a few well-worn reasons:
- Clears a path through obstacles at the start of new work, a job, a business, an exam or a move, which is exactly what Siddhivinayaka is traditionally invoked for.
- Sharpens focus and steadies a distracted mind, since working through 108 distinct names one at a time asks for sustained, unhurried attention.
- Builds quiet confidence before something uncertain, drawing on names that describe Ganesha as both wise (Buddhipriya) and unwavering (Sthira).
- Deepens a sense of being supported rather than alone in an effort, since several names describe him as the very foundation and support of all undertakings.
- Fits naturally into a short daily practice, since 108 names take a fraction of the time a full sahasranama does, while keeping the same one-name-at-a-time rhythm.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to chant the full Siddhivinayaka Ashtottara Shatanamavali?
At a steady, unhurried pace, all 108 names take roughly 15 to 20 minutes. It fits comfortably into a short morning or evening practice.
What is the best day or time to chant it?
Wednesday is traditionally linked to Ganesha and is a common day for this recitation, along with Sankashti Chaturthi and Ganesha Chaturthi. Many devotees also chant it first thing in the morning, before setting out to start something new.
Can I chant the names in English instead of Sanskrit?
Yes. A transliterated version is entirely acceptable if the Sanskrit pronunciation feels unfamiliar; sincerity and attention to meaning matter more than exact phonetics. It is common to start in transliteration and move toward the Sanskrit sounds with practice.
What does Siddhivinayaka actually mean?
Vinayaka is a name for Ganesha meaning supreme leader or remover of obstacles, and Siddhi means accomplishment or spiritual attainment. Together, Siddhivinayaka is Ganesha worshipped specifically as the one who grants success to sincere effort.
How is this different from the 108 names on the standard Ganesha Ashtottara?
Ganesha has several distinct 108-name lists, each drawing from slightly different stotra traditions and each emphasizing a different aspect of him. This one centers on his identity as Siddhivinayaka, the granter of siddhi, alongside his more universal epithets.
Do I need any special preparation before starting?
No initiation or formal ritual is required; just a clean space, a calm mind, and about twenty minutes of uninterrupted time. Keeping a simple offering of durva grass, flowers, or modak nearby is a supportive custom for many devotees, not a strict requirement.
ॐ श्री सिद्धिविनायकाय नमः · May Siddhivinayaka clear every obstacle from your path and bless every new beginning.