Madhav
Meaning of Madhav
The name Madhav is a traditional male given name of Sanskrit origin, commonly used in India. Pronounced as mah-DAHV (/ˈməd̪ʱəv/), it holds significant cultural and religious connotations. Madhav is another name for the Hindu god Krishna, symbolizing beauty and charm. The name also means "sweet like honey" or "springtime," reflecting positive attributes and a sense of renewal. A common variation of the name is Madhava. While not extremely popular in the United States, it has seen consistent usage over the years, with occurrences ranging from 5 to 35 newborns annually since 1992. This enduring appeal highlights its unique blend of cultural heritage and spiritual significance, making it a meaningful choice for parents seeking a name with deep roots and timeless elegance.
Pronunciation
Hindi
- Pronunced as mah-DAHV (/ˈməd̪ʱəv/)
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Notable People Named Madhav
| Madhav Dhananjaya Gadgil is an Indian ecologist, academic, writer, and founder of the Centre for Ecological Sciences, known for his work on the Western Ghats Ecology Expert Panel. |
| Madhav Kumar Nepal is a Nepalese politician and former Prime Minister of Nepal who served from 2009 to 2011. |
| Madhav Apte - Madhavrao Laxmanrao Apte was an Indian cricketer who played in seven Test matches and later served as the president of the Cricket Club of India. |
| Madhav Singh Solanki was a prominent Indian National Congress leader who held the position of External Affairs minister of India and served as Chief Minister of Gujarat three times, known for his KHAM theory. |
| Madhav Chavan is a renowned social activist and entrepreneur, known for co-founding the educational non-profit Pratham and initiating the Read India campaign to provide basic education to underprivileged children in India. |
| Madhav Satwalekar is a renowned 20th-century Indian artist known for his contemporary life scenes and landscape paintings. |
| Madhav Mantri - Madhavi Krishnaji Mantri was an Indian cricketer known for his role as a right-handed opening batsman and specialist wicket-keeper, who also achieved success as a captain in various cricket tournaments. |
