Ashok
Meaning of Ashok
Originating from the Sanskrit language, the name Ashok carries a powerful meaning. It is derived from the word "ashoka," which translates to "without sorrow" or "someone who alleviates pain." In Hindi, Ashok is pronounced as uh-SHOK (/əˈʃoʊk/). This name is associated with Emperor Ashoka, an influential figure in Indian history known for his conversion to Buddhism and his efforts to promote peace and non-violence. The name Ashok has gained popularity in recent years in the United States, with occurrences steadily increasing. While it may not be among the most common names, its unique sound and meaningful origins make it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a strong and compassionate name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Hindi
- Pronunced as uh-SHOK (/əˈʃoʊk/)
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Notable People Named Ashok
| Ashok Agarwal is a renowned figure in the field of andrology and reproductive medicine, serving as the Director of the Andrology Center and Research at the American Center for Reproductive Medicine at Cleveland Clinic, USA. |
| Ashok Gehlot is a prominent Indian politician who has served as the Chief Minister of Rajasthan and held various other political positions. |
| Ashok Kumar was an iconic Indian actor known for introducing natural acting to Hindi cinema and considered the first superstar of the black-and-white era, receiving numerous awards for his contributions to Indian cinema. |
| Ashok Seth is an Indian interventional cardiologist known for his record-breaking angiograms and angioplasties, and has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to the field of cardiology. |
| Ashok Kumar Banker is a prolific author and screenwriter known for his crime novels and internationally acclaimed retellings of Indian mythological epics, with over 2 million copies sold in 16 languages across 58 countries. |
| Ashok Venkitaraman is a British cancer researcher of Indian origin, known for his work at the Cancer Science Institute of Singapore and the University of Cambridge. |
| Ashok Lavasa is a retired Indian Administrative Service officer who served as an Election Commissioner of India and held various high-ranking positions in the Indian government. |
| Ashok Malhotra is a prominent Indian professor, higher education professional, and author. |
| Ashok Kamte AC was an Indian police officer who served as the Additional Commissioner of the Mumbai Police and was posthumously awarded the Ashoka Chakra for his bravery during the 2008 Mumbai attacks. |
| Ashok Amritraj is the chairman and CEO of the Hyde Park Entertainment Group and previously served as the CEO of National Geographic Films. |
| Ashok Kumar Pradhan is an Indian industrialist and politician who represented Khurja (Noida) in the Lok Sabha as a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate from 1996 to 2009. |
| Pusapati Ashok Gajapathi Raju is an Indian politician and former Union Minister for Civil Aviation, known for his long-standing political career and royal lineage. |
| Ashok Abhaiendra Desai was a prominent former judge of the Bombay High Court, the Allahabad High Court, and the first chief justice of the Uttarakhand High Court. |
| Ashok Bajaj is a prominent Washington, DC-based restaurateur and the head of the Knightsbridge Restaurant Group. |
| Ashok K. Vaid is an Indian medical oncologist recognized for his pioneering work in bone marrow transplantation in India and leads the Cancer Institute at Medanta The Medicity. |
