Srinivas
Meaning of Srinivas
Srinivas is a popular male name with Indian origins. In Indian English, it is pronounced as sree-NEE-vuhs (/sriˈniːvəs/). Variations of the name include Srinivasan and Sreenivas.
In the United States, Srinivas has been given to a small number of newborn boys over the years. It ranked as the 12,237th most popular name in 2017, with a total of 5 occurrences. The name has consistently maintained a low ranking, but its usage has remained relatively steady over time.
Srinivas carries associations with Hinduism and Indian culture. It is derived from Sanskrit and is often used to honor Lord Vishnu, who is known by the epithet "Sri" or "Shree." The name signifies auspiciousness and prosperity, and is considered sacred among Hindus.
If you're looking for a unique and culturally significant name for your baby boy, Srinivas could be an excellent choice. Its rich history and spiritual connotations make it a distinctive option that pays homage to Indian heritage.
Pronunciation
Indian English
- Pronunced as sree-NEE-vuhs (/sriˈniːvəs/)
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Notable People Named Srinivas
| Lieutenant General Srinivas Kumar Sinha, PVSM, ADC was an Indian Army General and former Vice Chief of Army Staff who later served as Governor of Jammu and Kashmir and Assam. |
| Sir Srinivas Varadachariar was an Indian jurist who served as the first Indian chief justice of the Federal Court of India and played a key role in drafting the provisions to establish the Supreme Court of India. |
| Srinivasan Doraiswamy, also known as Srinivas, is a prolific Indian playback singer and music composer with a vast repertoire spanning multiple languages. |
