Chetan
Chetan is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Conscious, aware; life”.
| Meaning | Conscious, aware; life |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | चेतन |
| Pronunciation | CHAY-tun |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Chetan
Chetan comes from the Sanskrit root chit, to perceive or be aware, and means conscious, alive or sentient. In philosophical texts chetana is the consciousness that distinguishes a living being from inert matter. The name has been widely used across India for decades; novelist Chetan Bhagat and former cricketer Chetan Sharma are two well-known bearers.
Is Chetan a Hindu name?
Chetan is a Hindu name tied to the idea of chit, consciousness, which in Vedanta is a defining quality of the self and of the divine.
How popular is Chetan?
Very common in India, especially among those born from the 1960s to the 1990s.
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Spellings and variants of Chetan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Chetan mean?
Chetan means 'Conscious, aware; life'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Chetan a Hindu name?
Chetan is a Hindu name tied to the idea of chit, consciousness, which in Vedanta is a defining quality of the self and of the divine.
How do you pronounce Chetan?
Chetan is pronounced CHAY-tun.
Is Chetan a boy or girl name?
Chetan is usually a boy name.