Mayank
Mayank is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “The moon”.
| Meaning | The moon |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | मयंक |
| Pronunciation | muh-YUNK |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Mayank
Mayank comes from Sanskrit mṛgāṅka, literally 'marked with a deer', a classical poetic name for the moon, whose dark patches were imagined as a deer or hare. Over time the word was shortened in Hindi to Mayank. It became a popular boys' name in north India from the later twentieth century. The cricketer Mayank Agarwal is a well-known modern bearer.
Is Mayank a Hindu name?
Mayank is a Hindu name tied to Chandra, the moon god. It shares its root with Mrigank, which is the fuller Sanskrit form of the same word.
How popular is Mayank?
Common in north and central India among boys born since the 1980s.
Gifts with the name Mayank
- Mayank name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Mayank baby gifts (Amazon)
- Hindu baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Mayank
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mayank mean?
Mayank means 'The moon'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Mayank a Hindu name?
Mayank is a Hindu name tied to Chandra, the moon god. It shares its root with Mrigank, which is the fuller Sanskrit form of the same word.
How do you pronounce Mayank?
Mayank is pronounced muh-YUNK.
Is Mayank a boy or girl name?
Mayank is usually a boy name.