Jayanta
Jayanta is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit, via Bengali origin, meaning “Victorious”.
| Meaning | Victorious |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Bengali |
| Written as | জয়ন্ত |
| Pronunciation | JOY-on-toh |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka |
Meaning and origin of Jayanta
Jayanta is the Sanskrit form of Jayant, 'victorious', and the usual spelling in Bengal, Assam and Odisha, where the final vowel is kept. In Bengali it is pronounced closer to Joyonto. In mythology Jayanta is the son of Indra and Shachi. The name has long been popular in Bengali families and is also found in Sri Lanka in the form Jayantha.
Is Jayanta a Hindu name?
Jayanta is a Hindu name; it belongs to the son of the god Indra in the Puranas.
How popular is Jayanta?
A familiar Bengali and Assamese name.
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Spellings and variants of Jayanta
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jayanta mean?
Jayanta means 'Victorious'. It is of Sanskrit, via Bengali origin.
Is Jayanta a Hindu name?
Jayanta is a Hindu name; it belongs to the son of the god Indra in the Puranas.
How do you pronounce Jayanta?
Jayanta is pronounced JOY-on-toh.
Is Jayanta a boy or girl name?
Jayanta is usually a boy name.