Hiran
Hiran is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit, via Bengali origin, meaning “Gold”.
| Meaning | Gold |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Bengali |
| Written as | হিরণ |
| Pronunciation | hee-RON |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Hiran
Hiran is a Bengali boy's name usually derived from Sanskrit hiranya, 'gold', the word behind Hiranmay ('golden') and Hiranyagarbha, the 'golden womb' of creation in the Rig Veda. In Hindi and Bengali a similar-sounding word, harin or hiran, also means deer, so some families link the name with that graceful animal instead. In Bengal the name is familiar through the actor and politician Hiran Chatterjee.
Is Hiran a Hindu name?
Hiran is a Hindu name. Gold is a recurring sacred image in the Vedas, though the name is not tied to one particular deity.
How popular is Hiran?
Used mainly in Bengal and among Bengali families; uncommon elsewhere.
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Spellings and variants of Hiran
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hiran mean?
Hiran means 'Gold'. It is of Sanskrit, via Bengali origin.
Is Hiran a Hindu name?
Hiran is a Hindu name. Gold is a recurring sacred image in the Vedas, though the name is not tied to one particular deity.
How do you pronounce Hiran?
Hiran is pronounced hee-RON.
Is Hiran a boy or girl name?
Hiran is usually a boy name.