Dhanasekar
Dhanasekar is a Hindu boy name of Tamil, from Sanskrit origin, meaning “Crown of wealth”.
| Meaning | Crown of wealth |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Tamil, from Sanskrit |
| Written as | தனசேகர் |
| Pronunciation | thuh-nuh-SAY-kur |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia |
Meaning and origin of Dhanasekar
Dhanasekar comes from the Sanskrit dhana, 'wealth', and shekhara, 'crown' or 'peak', so it is usually translated 'crown of wealth' or 'foremost in riches'. Names ending in -sekar are a characteristic Tamil pattern, as in Chandrasekar, 'one crowned with the moon', a name of Shiva, and Rajasekar. Dhanasekar and the longer Dhanasekaran are common in Tamil Nadu and among Tamil communities abroad.
Is Dhanasekar a Hindu name?
Dhanasekar is a Hindu name used mainly by Tamil families; its wealth element connects it loosely with Lakshmi and Kubera.
How popular is Dhanasekar?
Common in Tamil Nadu.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dhanasekar mean?
Dhanasekar means 'Crown of wealth'. It is of Tamil, from Sanskrit origin.
Is Dhanasekar a Hindu name?
Dhanasekar is a Hindu name used mainly by Tamil families; its wealth element connects it loosely with Lakshmi and Kubera.
How do you pronounce Dhanasekar?
Dhanasekar is pronounced thuh-nuh-SAY-kur.
Is Dhanasekar a boy or girl name?
Dhanasekar is usually a boy name.