Vivek
Meaning of Vivek
The name Vivek is a male given name of Indian origin, derived from the Sanskrit word "विवेक" (Viveka), which means "wisdom," "discernment," or "conscience." Pronounced as vee-VEK (/viˈvɛk/), the name encapsulates qualities of intelligence and moral insight. Vivek has been a relatively rare choice in the United States, with its popularity peaking in the early 2000s. Despite its rarity, it holds a timeless appeal due to its profound meaning and cultural significance. A notable variation of this name is Viveka, which can be used for both genders. The name Vivek carries strong associations with thoughtful leadership and ethical living, making it an excellent choice for parents who value these attributes.
Pronunciation
Hindi
- Pronunced as vee-VEK (/viˈvɛk/)
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Notable People Named Vivek
| Vivek Ganapathy Ramaswamy is an American entrepreneur and presidential candidate who founded Roivant Sciences and declared his candidacy for the Republican Party nomination in the 2024 United States presidential election. |
| Vivek Anand Oberoi is a prominent Indian actor known for his work in Hindi cinema as well as Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, and Tamil films. |
| Vivek Hallegere Murthy is an American physician and vice admiral in the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps, known for serving as the 19th and 21st surgeon general of the United States and being the first of Indian descent to hold the position. |
| Vivek Kundra is a former American administrator who served as the first chief information officer of the United States and is currently the chief operating officer at Sprinklr. |
| Vivek Shraya is a Canadian musician, writer, and visual artist known for incorporating her trans femme of colour identity into her creative work. |
| Vivek Ranadivé - Vivek Yeshwant Ranadivé is an Indian-American business executive, engineer, author, speaker, and philanthropist known for his leadership in the technology industry and ownership of sports teams. |
| Vivek Tiwary - Vivek J. Tiwary is an American author and theater producer. |
| Vivek Agrawal is a film producer known for producing award-winning films and the acclaimed Netflix Original series Sacred Games. |
| Vivek Paul is an accomplished Indian-American businessman with a diverse background in strategy consulting, executive leadership, entrepreneurship, and education. |
| Vivek Chaand Sehgal is an Indian-Australian billionaire businessman and entrepreneur known for co-founding Samvardhana Motherson Group, an auto parts manufacturer. |
| Vivek Gopan is a popular Indian television actor known for his work in Malayalam soap operas and as a member of the Celebrity Cricket League's team Amma Kerala Strikers. |
| Vivek Mushran is an Indian actor known for his work in Hindi films and television, with notable roles in the blockbuster movie Saudagar and the fantasy comedy series Son Pari. |
| Vivek Shanbhag is an accomplished Indian author, known for his works of fiction and plays in Kannada, which have been translated into multiple languages. |
| Vivek Singh is an accomplished Indian shooter, known for his silver and gold medal wins at the Commonwealth Games and recipient of the Arjuna award in 1999. |
| Vivek Singh is an Indian cricketer who plays for Railways and scored his first century in a T20 match in the 2020–21 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. |
