Akshar
Akshar is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Imperishable; letter, syllable”.
| Meaning | Imperishable; letter, syllable |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | अक्षर |
| Pronunciation | UK-shur |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Akshar
Akshar comes from the Sanskrit akshara, 'not perishing', from a-, 'not', and kshar, 'to melt away'. The same word means a letter or syllable, since sound was thought to be eternal, and Om is called the supreme akshara. In the Bhagavad Gita, akshara also describes the imperishable Brahman. The cricketer Akshar Patel has made the name more familiar.
Is Akshar a Hindu name?
A deeply Hindu name, tied to Om and to the imperishable Absolute described in the Upanishads and the Gita; in the Swaminarayan tradition Akshar has a special theological meaning.
How popular is Akshar?
Used especially in Gujarat and western India.
Gifts with the name Akshar
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- Hindu baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Akshar mean?
Akshar means 'Imperishable; letter, syllable'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Akshar a Hindu name?
A deeply Hindu name, tied to Om and to the imperishable Absolute described in the Upanishads and the Gita; in the Swaminarayan tradition Akshar has a special theological meaning.
How do you pronounce Akshar?
Akshar is pronounced UK-shur.
Is Akshar a boy or girl name?
Akshar is usually a boy name.