Nand
Nand is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Joy, delight”.
| Meaning | Joy, delight |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | नन्द |
| Pronunciation | NUND |
| Tradition | Hindu, Sikh |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Nand
Nand comes from the Sanskrit nanda, meaning joy, happiness or one who brings delight. In the Krishna stories Nanda is the cowherd chief of Gokul who raises Krishna as his foster son, which is why Krishna is called Nandalal and Nandakishore. The word also gives Anand, 'bliss'. Nanda was the name of an ancient dynasty of Magadha.
Is Nand a Hindu name?
Hindus associate the name with Nanda, Krishna's foster father; in Sikh use 'anand' is a key word, and Nand also appears in names such as Nand Lal, the poet at Guru Gobind Singh's court.
How popular is Nand?
A short, traditional name, often used in compounds like Nand Kishore or Nand Lal.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nand mean?
Nand means 'Joy, delight'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Nand a Hindu name?
Hindus associate the name with Nanda, Krishna's foster father; in Sikh use 'anand' is a key word, and Nand also appears in names such as Nand Lal, the poet at Guru Gobind Singh's court.
How do you pronounce Nand?
Nand is pronounced NUND.
Is Nand a boy or girl name?
Nand is usually a boy name.