Prakash
Meaning of Prakash
Originating from the Hindi language, the name Prakash is predominantly used for baby boys. The name Prakash is pronounced as "pruh-KAHSH" (/pɹʌˈkɑʃ/). It can also be spelled as Prakas or Prakasha. Although not as common in the United States, the name Prakash has been given to a handful of newborns throughout the years. In 2006, there were six occurrences of the name, and it ranked at 10,659th place. However, it's worth noting that in previous years such as 2001 and 1997, there were seven and six occurrences respectively. This unique name carries a significant meaning as it translates to "light" or "brightness" in Hindi.
Pronunciation
Hindi
- Pronunced as pruh-KAHSH (/pɹʌˈkɑʃ/)
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Notable People Named Prakash
| Prakash Raj is a versatile Indian actor, director, producer, and politician, known for his work in various Indian language films and the recipient of numerous prestigious awards. |
| Prakash Keshav Javadekar is an Indian politician and member of the Bharatiya Janata Party who served as the Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. |
| Prakash Baba Amte is a renowned Indian social worker who, along with his wife, received the Magsaysay Award for 'Community Leadership' in 2008 and the ICMR Lifetime Achievement Award in 2019 for their philanthropic work. |
| Prakash Padukone is a former Indian badminton player who was ranked World No. 1 in 1980 and became the first Indian to win the All England Open Badminton Championships. |
| Prakash Amritraj is an Indian-American former professional tennis player who represented India in international tournaments and is the son of former Indian tennis player Vijay Amritraj. |
| Prakash Chand Surana was an Indian jeweler, business person, and philanthropist known for his efforts to promote Hindustani music and revive the Jaipur gharana tradition. |
| Prakash Rai is an Indian politician and former member of the Bihar Legislative Assembly, known for winning with the 3rd lowest margin in the 2015 election. |
