Akhand
Akhand is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Unbroken, whole, undivided”.
| Meaning | Unbroken, whole, undivided |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | अखंड |
| Pronunciation | uh-KHAND |
| Tradition | Hindu, Sikh |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Akhand
Akhand comes from Sanskrit akhanda, from a-, 'not', and khanda, 'piece' or 'part', so it means 'unbroken', 'complete' or 'indivisible'. The word is common in religious language across North India, describing an unbroken lamp, an uninterrupted recitation, or the undivided nature of the divine. As a personal name it is used in Hindi- and Punjabi-speaking regions.
Is Akhand a Hindu name?
Hindus use akhand for the eternal, undivided God, and Sikhs know it from the Akhand Path, the continuous reading of the Guru Granth Sahib.
How popular is Akhand?
Used occasionally in northern India, among both Hindu and Sikh families.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Akhand mean?
Akhand means 'Unbroken, whole, undivided'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Akhand a Hindu name?
Hindus use akhand for the eternal, undivided God, and Sikhs know it from the Akhand Path, the continuous reading of the Guru Granth Sahib.
How do you pronounce Akhand?
Akhand is pronounced uh-KHAND.
Is Akhand a boy or girl name?
Akhand is usually a boy name.