Amitabh
Amitabh is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Boundless light”.
| Meaning | Boundless light |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | अमिताभ |
| Pronunciation | uh-mi-TAABH |
| Tradition | Hindu, Buddhist |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Amitabh
Amitabh comes from Amitabha, 'of unmeasured splendour', from amita, 'boundless', and abha, 'light'. Amitabha is the Buddha of Infinite Light who presides over the Pure Land in Mahayana Buddhism. In India the name is famous through Amitabh Bachchan, the film star. It is used by Hindu families with a general sense of radiance. Amitav and Amitava are Bengali forms of the same name.
Is Amitabh a Hindu name?
In Mahayana Buddhism Amitabha is the Buddha of the Western Pure Land; Hindu families use the name for its meaning of infinite light.
How popular is Amitabh?
Familiar in India; Amitava is the usual Bengali form.
Gifts with the name Amitabh
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Amitabh mean?
Amitabh means 'Boundless light'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Amitabh a Hindu name?
In Mahayana Buddhism Amitabha is the Buddha of the Western Pure Land; Hindu families use the name for its meaning of infinite light.
How do you pronounce Amitabh?
Amitabh is pronounced uh-mi-TAABH.
Is Amitabh a boy or girl name?
Amitabh is usually a boy name.