Jishnu
Jishnu is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Victorious, triumphant”.
| Meaning | Victorious, triumphant |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | জিষ্ণু |
| Pronunciation | JISH-noo |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Jishnu
Jishnu is a Sanskrit adjective meaning 'victorious' or 'always winning', from the root ji, 'to conquer'. In the Mahabharata it is one of the names of Arjuna, and it is also used as an epithet of Vishnu and Indra. The name is particularly popular in Bengal and Kerala; the Bengali actor Jisshu Sengupta is a well-known bearer of a variant spelling.
Is Jishnu a Hindu name?
Jishnu is a Hindu name; in the Mahabharata it is one of Arjuna's ten names, and it is also applied to Vishnu.
How popular is Jishnu?
Popular in Bengal and Kerala.
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Spellings and variants of Jishnu
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jishnu mean?
Jishnu means 'Victorious, triumphant'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Jishnu a Hindu name?
Jishnu is a Hindu name; in the Mahabharata it is one of Arjuna's ten names, and it is also applied to Vishnu.
How do you pronounce Jishnu?
Jishnu is pronounced JISH-noo.
Is Jishnu a boy or girl name?
Jishnu is usually a boy name.