Harish
Meaning of Harish
Harish is a male name that originated in Hindi. In Hindi, it is pronounced as huh-REESH (/hʌˈriːʃ/). A variation of the name is Hari.
In the United States, Harish has been given to newborns since at least 1974. While its popularity has fluctuated over the years, it has remained a consistent choice for parents. In recent years, Harish has been ranked around 5000-7000 in terms of popularity. This suggests that while it may not be among the most common names, it still holds appeal for many families.
The name Harish carries cultural associations with its Hindi origin. It can evoke a sense of Indian heritage and tradition, making it a meaningful choice for parents who want to honor their roots or appreciate the beauty of Indian culture.
Overall, Harish is a distinctive and culturally rich name that can make a unique and meaningful choice for parents seeking an Indian-inspired name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Hindi
- Pronunced as huh-REESH (/hʌˈriːʃ/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Harish
| Harish Kalyan is an Indian actor known for his work in Tamil films, with notable performances in movies like Poriyaalan, Vil Ambu, and Pyaar Prema Kaadhal. |
| Harish Salve KC is an Indian senior advocate known for his work at the Supreme Court of India and his representation of high-profile cases, including at the International Court of Justice. |
| Harish Singh Rawat is a prominent Indian politician and former Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, known for his leadership in the Indian National Congress party and his extensive parliamentary experience. |
| Harish Khanna is a renowned Indian actor known for his roles in Indian and foreign language films such as Yahaan, Kaminey, Midnight’s Children, and Gangs of Wasseypur. |
| Harish Hande is an Indian social entrepreneur and co-founder of SELCO India, recognized with the Ramon Magsaysay Award in 2011 for his work in making solar power technology accessible to the poor. |
| Harish Uthaman is a versatile Indian actor known for his roles in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada films, including both lead and villainous characters. |
| Harish Chandra Singh Rawat was a renowned mountaineer who was part of the first successful Indian Everest Expeditions and reached the summit of Mount Everest in 1965. |
| Harish Fabiani is a Madrid-based Non-Resident Indian (NRI) businessman. |
| Harish Kumar is an Indian actor and film producer known for his work in Telugu and Hindi movies, including Prem Qaidi, Coolie No. 1, and Ravan Raaj: A True Story, and has won two Nandi Awards. |
| Harish Manwani is an Indian business executive known for his role as the global chief operating officer of Unilever and his current positions at Blackstone, Whirlpool, Qualcomm, Gilead Sciences, and Tata Sons. |
| Harish Nagrecha was an Indian Gujarati language writer. |
| Harish Khare is an Indian journalist who has served as the Media Advisor to the Prime Minister's Office and as the Editor-in-Chief of the Tribune Group of publications. |
| Harish Bhimani is an Indian voiceover artist, writer, and anchor known for his role as the narrator of the TV series Mahabharat. |
| Harish Chaudhary, also known as 'Harishji,' is a prominent farmer leader and politician who has served in various political roles, including as a Member of the Rajasthan Legislative Assembly and as a Cabinet Minister of Revenue, Colonization, and Water Cooperation in Rajasthan. |
| Harish Raut was an Indian artist known for his distinctive figurative style, focusing on idealized rural women and drawing inspiration from the rural realities of Maharashtra and other regions in India. |
