Narayan
Meaning of Narayan
The name Narayan is a distinguished male name of Sanskrit origin, deeply rooted in Hindu mythology and culture. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "Narayana," which signifies the Supreme Being or Vishnu, one of the principal deities in Hinduism. Pronounced as nuh-RAI-yun (/nəˈraɪjən/) in both Hindi and Sanskrit, Narayan carries profound spiritual significance, symbolizing eternal life and divine presence. This name resonates with those who value tradition, spirituality, and cultural heritage. Although not widely popular in the United States, its unique charm has seen it used sporadically over the years, with occasional peaks such as in 2014 when it ranked 4537th. The variations like Narayana offer additional flexibility for parents seeking a name with similar resonance but a slightly different flair. Overall, Narayan is an excellent choice for parents desiring a meaningful and culturally rich name for their son.
Pronunciation
Hindi
- Pronunced as nuh-RAI-yun (/nəˈraɪjən/)
Sanskrit
- Pronunced as nuh-RIE-yun (/nəˈraɪjən/)
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Notable People Named Narayan
| Narayan Gopal Guruacharya, also known as Narayan Gopal and N. Gopal, was a renowned Nepali singer and composer, widely regarded as a significant cultural icon in Nepal. |
| Narayan Tatu Rane is an Indian politician and former Chief Minister of Maharashtra, currently serving as Minister of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in the Second Modi ministry. |
| Narayan Desai was an Indian Gandhian and author known for his contributions to social activism and literature. |
| Narayan, an Indian author, is best known for his debut novel Kocharethi and is considered Kerala's first tribal novelist. |
| Narayan Sitaram Phadke was a renowned Indian writer who wrote in Marathi and English. |
| Narayan Singh Kushwah is an Indian politician and former Minister of State for Home Affairs, known for his role in the Bharatiya Janata Party and as a member of the Madhya Pradesh Legislative Assembly. |
| Narayan Wagle is a renowned Nepali journalist and writer, known for his editorship at Kantipur Daily and Nagarik News, as well as for winning the Madan Puraskar for his novel Palpasa Cafe in 2005. |
| Narayan Bhakta Shrestha, also known as Rayan, is a renowned Nepali songwriter and singer, and a former member of the musical group Ralpha. |
| Narayan Singh Rana is an Indian politician and member of the Bharatiya Janata Party, who has also served as the first sports minister of Uttarakhand and is known for his involvement in training young shooters at the Jaspal Rana Shooting Academy. |
| Narayan Khadka is a prominent member of Nepali Congress and the current Foreign Minister of Nepal, having previously served as the Minister of Urban Development. |
| Narayan Iyengar - K. S. Narayana Iyengar was a renowned Indian Carnatic musician known for his mastery of the chitravina and his significant contributions to its development. |
| Narayan Dutt Sharma is an Indian politician and a member of the Sixth Legislative Assembly of Delhi, representing the Badarpur constituency of New Delhi. |
| Dr. Narayan Singh Bhati was a renowned writer in the Rajasthani language. |
| Narayan Dutta Mishra is a Nepali politician affiliated with the Nepali Congress and a member of the Rastriya Sabha, elected under the open category. |
| Narayan Singh Kesari is an Indian politician and member of the Bharatiya Janata Party, currently representing Madhya Pradesh in the Rajya Sabha. |
