Bhanu
Bhanu is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Sun; ray of light”.
| Meaning | Sun; ray of light |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | भानु |
| Pronunciation | BHAA-noo |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Bhanu
Bhanu is a Sanskrit word for the sun and for a ray or beam of light. It appears in names for the sun god Surya and in compounds such as Bhanupriya and Bhanumati. A famous bearer is Bhanubhakta Acharya, the nineteenth-century poet who translated the Ramayana into Nepali and is celebrated as Nepal's adikavi, or first poet. In South India Bhanu is also given to girls.
Is Bhanu a Hindu name?
Bhanu is a Hindu name connected with Surya, the sun god, honoured in morning prayers and festivals such as Chhath and Makar Sankranti.
How popular is Bhanu?
Used across India and Nepal, for boys mainly in the north and for both sexes in the south.
Gifts with the name Bhanu
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Spellings and variants of Bhanu
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bhanu mean?
Bhanu means 'Sun; ray of light'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Bhanu a Hindu name?
Bhanu is a Hindu name connected with Surya, the sun god, honoured in morning prayers and festivals such as Chhath and Makar Sankranti.
How do you pronounce Bhanu?
Bhanu is pronounced BHAA-noo.
Is Bhanu a boy or girl name?
Bhanu is usually a boy name.