Gaurang
Gaurang is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Fair-bodied; a name of Chaitanya”.
| Meaning | Fair-bodied; a name of Chaitanya |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | गौरांग |
| Pronunciation | gow-RAANG |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Gaurang
Gaurang comes from Sanskrit gaura, 'fair' or 'golden', and anga, 'body or limb', so it means 'one with a fair or golden body'. It is above all a name of the sixteenth-century Bengali saint Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, who was called Gauranga because of his golden complexion. His followers in Gaudiya Vaishnavism, including the Hare Krishna movement, chant 'Gauranga' as a devotional name. It is also sometimes applied to Krishna and Shiva.
Is Gaurang a Hindu name?
In Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition Gauranga refers to Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, regarded by devotees as Krishna himself. The name is especially loved in Bengal and among ISKCON families.
How popular is Gaurang?
Used in India, especially Bengal, Odisha and Gujarat, and among Vaishnava families abroad.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gaurang mean?
Gaurang means 'Fair-bodied; a name of Chaitanya'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Gaurang a Hindu name?
In Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition Gauranga refers to Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, regarded by devotees as Krishna himself. The name is especially loved in Bengal and among ISKCON families.
How do you pronounce Gaurang?
Gaurang is pronounced gow-RAANG.
Is Gaurang a boy or girl name?
Gaurang is usually a boy name.