Atul
Atul is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Incomparable, matchless”.
| Meaning | Incomparable, matchless |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | अतुल |
| Pronunciation | UH-tool |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Atul
Atul is from Sanskrit atula, 'without equal', joining a-, 'not', and tula, 'balance' or 'comparison', so it literally means 'that which cannot be weighed'. Tula is also the Indian name for the zodiac sign Libra, the scales. The name has been common in India since the mid-twentieth century; actor Atul Kulkarni and Bengali poet Atulprasad Sen are well-known bearers.
Is Atul a Hindu name?
Atul is a Hindu name with a general meaning of excellence; the epithet 'atula' is applied to gods in devotional texts but the name is not tied to one deity.
How popular is Atul?
A familiar name across India, more typical of men born before 1990.
Gifts with the name Atul
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Spellings and variants of Atul
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Atul mean?
Atul means 'Incomparable, matchless'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Atul a Hindu name?
Atul is a Hindu name with a general meaning of excellence; the epithet 'atula' is applied to gods in devotional texts but the name is not tied to one deity.
How do you pronounce Atul?
Atul is pronounced UH-tool.
Is Atul a boy or girl name?
Atul is usually a boy name.