Jasvant
Jasvant is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit, via Hindi and Punjabi origin, meaning “Famous, glorious”.
| Meaning | Famous, glorious |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Hindi and Punjabi |
| Written as | जसवंत |
| Pronunciation | JUS-vunt |
| Tradition | Hindu, Sikh |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Jasvant
Jasvant comes from Sanskrit yashasvant, 'possessing fame' or 'glorious', with the Sanskrit y becoming j in North Indian languages. It has long been used by Rajput and Punjabi families. A well-known bearer was the Indian politician Jaswant Singh, who served as finance, defence and foreign minister, and Maharaja Jaswant Singh of Marwar, a seventeenth-century ruler, also bore it. In Maharashtra the same name appears as Yashwant.
Is Jasvant a Hindu name?
Jasvant is used by both Hindus and Sikhs; it expresses honour and good reputation rather than a link to a particular deity.
How popular is Jasvant?
An established, somewhat traditional name in North and West India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jasvant mean?
Jasvant means 'Famous, glorious'. It is of Sanskrit, via Hindi and Punjabi origin.
Is Jasvant a Hindu name?
Jasvant is used by both Hindus and Sikhs; it expresses honour and good reputation rather than a link to a particular deity.
How do you pronounce Jasvant?
Jasvant is pronounced JUS-vunt.
Is Jasvant a boy or girl name?
Jasvant is usually a boy name.