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Govinda Namalu (Govinda Namavali): the 108 names chanted at Tirumala, with English lyrics and download
Govinda Namalu, also called the Govinda Namavali, is the garland of 108 divine names of Lord Sri Venkateswara (Srinivasa / Balaji) of Tirumala. Each name is a short epithet ending in the word “Govinda”, and the whole set is sung as a devotional roll-call of the Lord’s forms, deeds and qualities. The chant opens with “Srinivasa Govinda – Sri Venkatesa Govinda” and returns again and again to the refrain “Govinda Hari Govinda – Gokulanandana Govinda.” If you have ever climbed the Tirumala hills or stood in the darshan queue, you have almost certainly heard pilgrims break into it — the loud cry of “Govinda! Govinda!” that fills the temple town is drawn from exactly these names. Below you will find the full English lyrics, a note on the official TTD audio, and answers to the questions people most often ask.
What are the Govinda Namalu?
“Namalu” (Telugu) / “Namavali” (Sanskrit) means “a string of names.” The Govinda Namavali strings together names that describe Lord Venkateswara in many ways at once: as Vishnu who took the ten avataras (Matsya, Kurma, Varaha, Narasimha, Vamana, Parasurama, Rama, Balarama/Krishna, Buddha and Kalki), as the child of Gokula who stole butter (Navaneetha Chora), as the lifter of Govardhana, as the rescuer of the elephant king Gajendra (Ibharaja Rakshaka), and as the Lord of the seven hills who dwells at Tirumala (Edukondalavada, Seshadri Nilaya, Thirumala Vasa). Several names point to the Tirumala legend specifically — for example Vaddikasulavada Govinda, “the Lord who took a loan on interest,” referring to the belief that Venkateswara borrowed from Kubera for his wedding to Padmavati and that devotees’ offerings help repay that debt.
The names are commonly grouped as 108, and are traditional — a public, devotional composition rather than a single copyrighted work. Different printed and audio versions vary slightly in spelling and in a handful of names, which is normal for an oral chant.
Govinda Namalu – full lyrics in English
Chant slowly, letting the refrain “Govinda Hari Govinda – Gokulanandana Govinda” return after each short group of names.
| Srinivasa Govinda | Sri Venkatesa Govinda |
| Bhaktavatsala Govinda | Bhagavata priya Govinda |
| Nitya nirmala Govinda | Neela megha shyama Govinda |
| Purana purusha Govinda | Pundareekaksha Govinda |
| Govinda Hari Govinda – Gokulanandana Govinda | |
| Nanda nandana Govinda | Navaneetha chora Govinda |
| Pashupalaka Sri Govinda | Papa vimochana Govinda |
| Dushta samhara Govinda | Durita nivarana Govinda |
| Sishta paripalaka Govinda | Kashta nivarana Govinda |
| Govinda Hari Govinda – Gokulanandana Govinda | |
| Vajra makuta dhara Govinda | Vaijayanti mala Govinda |
| Vaddikasulavada Govinda | Vasudha thanaya Govinda |
| Bilva patrarchita Govinda | Bhikshuka samstuta Govinda |
| Sri Purushottama Govinda | Shiva Keshava murti Govinda |
| Brahmanda roopa Govinda | Bhakta rakshaka Govinda |
| Govinda Hari Govinda – Gokulanandana Govinda | |
| Nitya kalyana Govinda | Neeraja nabha Govinda |
| Hathiram priya Govinda | Hari sarvottama Govinda |
| Janardana murti Govinda | Jagat saakshi roopa Govinda |
| Abhaya hasta pradarshana Govinda | Matsya kurma Govinda |
| Madhusudhana Hari Govinda | Varaha Narasimha Govinda |
| Vamana Bhrigurama Govinda | Balarama anuja Govinda |
| Bauddha Kalki dhara Govinda | Venu gana priya Govinda |
| Govinda Hari Govinda – Gokulanandana Govinda | |
| Venkata ramana Govinda | Seetha nayaka Govinda |
| Sritha paripalaka Govinda | Daridra jana poshaka Govinda |
| Dharma samsthapaka Govinda | Anatha rakshaka Govinda |
| Aapad bandhava Govinda | Karuna sagara Govinda |
| Kamala dala aksha Govinda | Kamita phalada Govinda |
| Papa vinashaka Govinda | Paahi Murare Govinda |
| Sri mudramkita Govinda | Sri vatsamkita Govinda |
| Dharani nayaka Govinda | Dinakara teja Govinda |
| Govinda Hari Govinda – Gokulanandana Govinda | |
| Padmavati priya Govinda | Prasanna murti Govinda |
| Kasturi tilaka Govinda | Kanchanambara dhara Govinda |
| Garuda vahana Govinda | Vanara sevita Govinda |
| Varadhi bandhana Govinda | Edukondalavada Govinda |
| Eka swaroopa Govinda | Sri Rama Krishna Govinda |
| Raghukula nandana Govinda | Pratyaksha deva Govinda |
| Parama dayakara Govinda | Vajra kavacha dhara Govinda |
| Govinda Hari Govinda – Gokulanandana Govinda | |
| Ananda roopa Govinda | Aadhyantha rahita Govinda |
| Iha para dayaka Govinda | Ibharaja rakshaka Govinda |
| Parama dayalo Govinda | Padmanabha Hari Govinda |
| Thirumala vasa Govinda | Tulasi vanamali Govinda |
| Seshadri nilaya Govinda | Srinivasa Sri Govinda |
| Sri Venkatesa Govinda – Govinda Hari Govinda – Gokulanandana Govinda | |
Spellings above follow common English transliteration; the Telugu original may render a few sounds differently. Treat this as a faithful reading aid, and follow the official TTD audio for exact pronunciation.
Official TTD audio and PDF – where to get it
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) publishes a devotional audio recording of the Govinda Namalu on its official sankeertana library. As of July 2026, the “GOVINDA NAMALU” album (a recording of about 27 MB, credited to the Sri Venkateswara Recording Project) is listed for streaming/download on the official portal tirumala.org under its Sankeertanas / Other Sankeertans section. This is the most authentic source for the tune and pronunciation as heard on Sri Venkateswara Bhakti Channel (SVBC).
| What | Where (official) |
| Govinda Namalu audio (MP3) | tirumala.org → Sankeertanas → Other Sankeertans |
| Live devotional broadcast | SVBC (Sri Venkateswara Bhakti Channel) |
| English lyrics (this page) | Downloadable lyrics sheet (PDF) |
Availability, file sizes and page layout on the TTD portal can change over time — if a link has moved, search “Govinda Namalu” within tirumala.org for the current file.
How and when to chant
There is no rigid rule: devotees chant the Govinda Namalu during darshan, while climbing the hills, during home pooja, or simply as a japa when the mind needs calm. Many recite it 108 times a day, or once each morning after bathing. Because the whole chant is built from the single word “Govinda,” even those who do not know Telugu or Sanskrit can join in — the repeated refrain carries everyone along.
Frequently asked questions
How many names are in the Govinda Namalu?
Traditionally 108, which is why it is called the Govinda Namavali (a garland of 108 names). Some printed versions list a few more or fewer because it is an oral, devotional chant with regional variants.
Are these the same names sung at Tirumala?
Yes — the Govinda Namavali is the source of the “Govinda! Govinda!” chant heard throughout Tirumala and on SVBC. The recording on the official TTD portal reflects the version pilgrims commonly sing.
Is there an official TTD audio or PDF?
TTD offers an official audio recording of the Govinda Namalu on tirumala.org. For lyrics, use the English text on this page or the downloadable sheet above; TTD itself distributes the chant mainly as audio.
What does “Vaddikasulavada Govinda” mean?
It means “the Lord who took a loan on interest.” It refers to the Tirumala tradition that Venkateswara borrowed money from Kubera for his marriage to Padmavati, and that devotees’ offerings in the hundi help repay that debt — a reminder of the Lord’s human-like leelas.
Do I need to know Telugu to chant it?
No. The chant is essentially the name “Govinda” repeated with different epithets. The English transliteration above lets any devotee follow along, and the meaning grows clearer with repetition.
Can children and beginners chant it?
Absolutely. Its simple, repetitive structure makes it one of the easiest devotional chants to learn, which is why families often teach it to children first.
Sources & last verified (July 2026)
- Official TTD sankeertana library (Govinda Namalu audio) – tirumala.org/OtherSankeertans.aspx
- Govinda Namavali (English transliteration) – vignanam.org
- 108 Govinda Namalu / Govinda Namavali – tadbhavati.com
- Govinda Namalu lyrics in English – sacredstotrams.com
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Last reviewed: July 6, 2026
