Lakhan
Lakhan is a Hindu boy name of Hindi, from Sanskrit origin, meaning “Lakshmana, brother of Rama”.
| Meaning | Lakshmana, brother of Rama |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hindi, from Sanskrit |
| Written as | लखन |
| Pronunciation | LUH-khuhn |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Lakhan
Lakhan is the vernacular, affectionate form of Lakshman, the loyal younger brother of Rama in the Ramayana. Tulsidas uses this form throughout his sixteenth-century Hindi retelling, the Ramcharitmanas, which made 'Ram-Lakhan' a familiar pairing in North Indian speech and song. The underlying Sanskrit lakshmana means 'bearing auspicious marks'. Lakhan is also used as a surname and nickname in Gujarat and Rajasthan.
Is Lakhan a Hindu name?
Lakhan points directly to Lakshmana, revered in Hinduism as a model of brotherly devotion who followed Rama into exile; he is worshipped alongside Rama and Sita.
How popular is Lakhan?
Found mainly in North and West India, often in rural communities.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lakhan mean?
Lakhan means 'Lakshmana, brother of Rama'. It is of Hindi, from Sanskrit origin.
Is Lakhan a Hindu name?
Lakhan points directly to Lakshmana, revered in Hinduism as a model of brotherly devotion who followed Rama into exile; he is worshipped alongside Rama and Sita.
How do you pronounce Lakhan?
Lakhan is pronounced LUH-khuhn.
Is Lakhan a boy or girl name?
Lakhan is usually a boy name.