Abhishek
Meaning of Abhishek
Abhishek is a strong and traditional male name of Indian origin. It is pronounced as "ub-HEE-shek" (/ʊbˈhiːʃɛk/) in Hindi. The name Abhishek holds cultural significance as it is often used in religious ceremonies and rituals in India. It carries the meaning of "anointing" or "consecration" and is commonly associated with the ritual bathing of Hindu deities, particularly Lord Shiva. The shorter variation, Abhi, is also popular and serves as a casual and affectionate nickname for those named Abhishek. While the name may not be widely used in some regions, its historical and spiritual connotations make it a meaningful choice for parents seeking a name with deep cultural roots. In New Jersey, the name Abhishek has been given to baby boys consistently over the years, indicating its enduring appeal within the Indian-American community.
Pronunciation
Hindi
- Pronunced as ub-HEE-shek (/ʊbˈhiːʃɛk/)
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Notable People Named Abhishek
| Abhishek Bachchan is an Indian actor and film producer, known for his work in Hindi films and as part of the renowned Bachchan family. |
| Abhishek Banerjee is a well-known Indian actor and casting director, recognized for his performances in Stree, Bhediya, and as Hathoda Tyagi in the Amazon Prime Video series Paatal Lok. |
| Abhishek Banerjee is the General Secretary of All India Trinamool Congress and a Member of Parliament representing Diamond Harbour, South 24 Parganas, West Bengal. |
| Abhishek Verma is an accomplished Indian archer, known for winning gold and silver medals at the Asian Games and Archery World Cup events. |
| Abhishek Manu Singhvi is an Indian senior advocate, politician, and member of the Indian National Congress, serving as a spokesperson and representing West Bengal in the Rajya Sabha. |
| Abhishek Gupta, also known as Lucky, is an Indian television personality and actor who gained fame in South Korea as a cast member of the talk-variety show Non-Summit. |
| Abhishek Yadav is a former Indian professional footballer and current Deputy General Secretary of the All India Football Federation. |
| Abhishek Sharma is an Indian cricketer who made his List A debut for Punjab in the 2016–17 Vijay Hazare Trophy and his first-class debut in the 2017–18 Ranji Trophy. |
| Abhishek Verma is an accomplished Indian sport shooter, known for winning gold and bronze medals in the Men's 10m air pistol events, and is currently ranked 1 in the category. |
| Abhishek Sharma is an Indian film director and writer known for his work in Hindi films, including comedy films like Tere Bin Laden and The Shaukeens, as well as the historical drama Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran. |
| Abhishek Majumdar is an Indian playwright and theatre director. |
| Abhishek is an Indian field hockey player known for his position as a forward and his international debut for India in February 2022, winning a gold medal at the 2022 Asian Games. |
| Abhishek Das is an Indian cricketer who has played first-class and Twenty20 matches for Bengal, making his List A debut in 2021. |
| Abhishek Varman is an Indian film director and screenwriter known for his work on 2 States (2014) and Kalank (2019). |
| Abhishek Reddy is an Indian first-class cricketer representing Andhra. |
