Kalyan
Kalyan is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Welfare, auspicious, blessed”.
| Meaning | Welfare, auspicious, blessed |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | कल्याण |
| Pronunciation | kul-YAAN |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Kalyan
Kalyan comes from the Sanskrit kalyana, meaning beautiful, good, auspicious, or welfare and happiness. The word is also used for a wedding in Telugu and Kannada, and Kalyan is the name of a city near Mumbai. In Indian music Kalyan is the name of an evening raga and a family of related ragas. Telugu actor Pawan Kalyan is one modern bearer.
Is Kalyan a Hindu name?
Kalyan expresses blessing and wellbeing in Hindu thought; Shiva and Vishnu are both called Kalyana in devotional titles, as in Kalyana Venkateswara.
How popular is Kalyan?
Used across India, especially in the south and in Bengal.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kalyan mean?
Kalyan means 'Welfare, auspicious, blessed'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Kalyan a Hindu name?
Kalyan expresses blessing and wellbeing in Hindu thought; Shiva and Vishnu are both called Kalyana in devotional titles, as in Kalyana Venkateswara.
How do you pronounce Kalyan?
Kalyan is pronounced kul-YAAN.
Is Kalyan a boy or girl name?
Kalyan is usually a boy name.