Harivamsh
Harivamsh is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Lineage of Hari”.
| Meaning | Lineage of Hari |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | हरिवंश |
| Pronunciation | huh-ree-VUNSH |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Harivamsh
Harivamsh comes from Harivamsha, 'the lineage of Hari', the title of a Sanskrit text that is treated as an appendix to the Mahabharata and tells the life of Krishna and his dynasty. As a name it marks a child as belonging to Krishna's line in a devotional sense. The Hindi poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan, father of Amitabh Bachchan, bore the North Indian form.
Is Harivamsh a Hindu name?
A Hindu name drawn from a scripture about Krishna's lineage.
How popular is Harivamsh?
Uncommon; Harivansh is the more frequent North Indian spelling.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Harivamsh mean?
Harivamsh means 'Lineage of Hari'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Harivamsh a Hindu name?
A Hindu name drawn from a scripture about Krishna's lineage.
How do you pronounce Harivamsh?
Harivamsh is pronounced huh-ree-VUNSH.
Is Harivamsh a boy or girl name?
Harivamsh is usually a boy name.