Nāga
C16796
concept
Nāga is a mythological serpent or dragon-like being, often associated with water, fertility, and protection, appearing in Hindu, Buddhist, and Southeast Asian traditions.
All labels observed (16)
| Label | Occurrences |
|---|---|
| serpent deity | 8 |
| Nāga canonical | 3 |
| naga | 3 |
| Naga king | 2 |
| nāga | 2 |
| Naga lineage | 1 |
| dragon king | 1 |
| legendary serpent race | 1 |
| multi‑headed serpent monster | 1 |
| naga king | 1 |
| rainbow serpent | 1 |
| serpent deities | 1 |
| serpent king | 1 |
| serpent-dragon | 1 |
| serpent-dragon deity | 1 |
| serpent-dwelling royal family | 1 |
Instances (25)
| Instance | Via concept surface |
|---|---|
| Ananta | serpent deity |
| Shesha | — |
|
mushhushshu dragon
surface form:
Mushhushshu
|
serpent-dragon |
| Lerna | multi‑headed serpent monster |
| Damballa | serpent deity |
| Naga people (mythical and historical) | legendary serpent race |
|
serpent Vasuki
surface form:
Vasuki
|
naga king |
| Vasuki | naga |
| Nagas | serpent deities |
| Naga clan of Kauravya | Naga lineage |
|
Naga in Hindu mythology
surface form:
Naga (Hindu mythology)
|
serpent deity |
| Naga | serpent deity |
| Kauravya | Naga king |
| Adishesha | — |
| Śeṣanāga | nāga |
| Śeṣa | nāga |
| Mehen | serpent deity |
| Apepi | serpent deity |
| Pakhangba | serpent-dragon deity |
|
Lord Anantha (a form of Vishnu)
surface form:
Lord Anantha
|
serpent deity |
|
Wagyl (rainbow serpent being)
surface form:
Wagyl
|
rainbow serpent |
| Nag Devta | serpent deity |
| Lạc Long Quân | dragon king |
| Lady Vashj | naga |
| Vashj | naga |