Bhushan
Bhushan is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Ornament, adornment”.
| Meaning | Ornament, adornment |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | भूषण |
| Pronunciation | BHOO-shun |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Bhushan
Bhushan comes from Sanskrit bhushana, 'ornament' or 'decoration', and by extension someone who brings honour to a family or community. It is used alone and in compounds such as Shashibhushan, 'whose ornament is the moon', an epithet of Shiva. The seventeenth-century Hindi poet Bhushan, a court poet of Shivaji, is a historical bearer, and the word appears in India's civilian honours, the Padma Bhushan and Bharat Bhushan.
Is Bhushan a Hindu name?
Bhushan has no single deity link, but it appears in many compound names for Shiva and Vishnu.
How popular is Bhushan?
Common across India, especially in Maharashtra and the north.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bhushan mean?
Bhushan means 'Ornament, adornment'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Bhushan a Hindu name?
Bhushan has no single deity link, but it appears in many compound names for Shiva and Vishnu.
How do you pronounce Bhushan?
Bhushan is pronounced BHOO-shun.
Is Bhushan a boy or girl name?
Bhushan is usually a boy name.