Monotosh
Monotosh is a Hindu boy name of Bengali, from Sanskrit origin, meaning “Satisfaction of the mind”.
| Meaning | Satisfaction of the mind |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Bengali, from Sanskrit |
| Written as | মনতোষ |
| Pronunciation | MON-oh-tosh |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Monotosh
Monotosh, also spelled Manatosh or Monotosh, combines Sanskrit manas, 'mind', with tosha, 'satisfaction' or 'contentment', so it describes someone who delights the heart or is content in mind. Names built on tosh, such as Paritosh and Santosh, are very popular in Bengal. Monotosh is an older-style Bengali name and is less often given to babies today.
Is Monotosh a Hindu name?
Monotosh is used by Hindu Bengali families; it reflects contentment, a valued quality in Indian thought, rather than a specific deity.
How popular is Monotosh?
Found mainly among older Bengali men; rare today.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Monotosh mean?
Monotosh means 'Satisfaction of the mind'. It is of Bengali, from Sanskrit origin.
Is Monotosh a Hindu name?
Monotosh is used by Hindu Bengali families; it reflects contentment, a valued quality in Indian thought, rather than a specific deity.
How do you pronounce Monotosh?
Monotosh is pronounced MON-oh-tosh.
Is Monotosh a boy or girl name?
Monotosh is usually a boy name.