Abhinandan
Abhinandan is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Welcome, congratulations”.
| Meaning | Welcome, congratulations |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | अभिनन्दन |
| Pronunciation | uh-bhi-NUN-dun |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Abhinandan
Abhinandan is the Sanskrit and Hindi word for 'welcome', 'greeting' or 'felicitation', used for honouring someone on an achievement. As a name it expresses joy at a child's arrival. In Jainism Abhinandananatha is the fourth Tirthankara. The name became widely known in 2019 through Indian Air Force pilot Abhinandan Varthaman.
Is Abhinandan a Hindu name?
Abhinandan is used by Hindu and Jain families; for Jains it has a special link to the Tirthankara Abhinandananatha.
How popular is Abhinandan?
An established but not very common name in India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abhinandan mean?
Abhinandan means 'Welcome, congratulations'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Abhinandan a Hindu name?
Abhinandan is used by Hindu and Jain families; for Jains it has a special link to the Tirthankara Abhinandananatha.
How do you pronounce Abhinandan?
Abhinandan is pronounced uh-bhi-NUN-dun.
Is Abhinandan a boy or girl name?
Abhinandan is usually a boy name.