Viraat

Meaning of Viraat

Viraat, a masculine appellation rooted in classical Sanskrit, originates from the adjective viraṭ, which in its original philological context denotes expansiveness, majesty and heroic grandeur—attributes frequently ascribed to deities and sovereigns within Hindu scriptural canons. When articulated in Hindi as vee-RAHT (/viˈrɑt/), the name retains both its phonetic clarity and its semantic resonance, underscoring an ethos of elevated strength and dignified bearing. Etymologically, the prefix vi- implies a sense of multiplicity or vastness, while raṭ conveys immersion or absorption, together forming a lexical construct that signifies “supremely imbued with greatness.” In the United States, Viraat has exhibited a pattern of sparse yet steady usage over the past fifteen years, with annual birth occurrences fluctuating between six and twenty and Social Security rankings oscillating within the 873–937 range, thereby illustrating its appeal as a rare but discernible selection among Anglo-American naming conventions. This measured adoption reflects a broader cultural movement toward names that marry cross-cultural heritage with academic pedigree, positioning Viraat both as a testament to Sanskrit’s enduring linguistic legacy and as an emblem of aspirational identity in contemporary contexts.

Pronunciation

Indian (Hindi)

• Pronunced as vee-RAHT (/viˈrɑt/)

• Vihan
• Veer
• Viraj
• Vihaan
• Vivaan
• Viren
• Vidyut