Avinash
Avinash is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Indestructible, imperishable”.
| Meaning | Indestructible, imperishable |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | अविनाश |
| Pronunciation | uh-vee-NAASH |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Avinash
Avinash comes from Sanskrit avinasha, joining a-, 'not', with vinasha, 'destruction', so it means 'that which cannot be destroyed'. The idea of the imperishable is central to the Bhagavad Gita, which describes the self as avinashi, beyond death. Avinash is a long-established and widely used name across India, in Hindi, Marathi, Bengali and South Indian communities alike.
Is Avinash a Hindu name?
Avinash echoes the Hindu teaching that the soul and the divine are eternal, and avinashi is also an epithet of Shiva and Vishnu.
How popular is Avinash?
Common across India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Avinash mean?
Avinash means 'Indestructible, imperishable'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Avinash a Hindu name?
Avinash echoes the Hindu teaching that the soul and the divine are eternal, and avinashi is also an epithet of Shiva and Vishnu.
How do you pronounce Avinash?
Avinash is pronounced uh-vee-NAASH.
Is Avinash a boy or girl name?
Avinash is usually a boy name.