Narong
Narong is a Buddhist boy name of Thai, from Sanskrit origin, meaning “Battle, war”.
| Meaning | Battle, war |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Thai, from Sanskrit |
| Written as | ณรงค์ |
| Pronunciation | nah-RONG |
| Tradition | Buddhist |
| Used in | Thailand |
Meaning and origin of Narong
Narong is a Thai name meaning 'battle' or 'warfare', borrowed through Pali and Sanskrit, where rana means battle. Like many Thai formal names, it comes from the Indic vocabulary that entered Thai with Buddhism and royal culture. It has been a common men's name in Thailand for generations, often in compounds such as Narongsak. Bearers include the military officer Narong Kittikachorn.
Is Narong a Buddhist name?
Narong is used by Thai families, most of whom are Theravada Buddhist; the name's meaning is martial rather than religious.
How popular is Narong?
A familiar men's name in Thailand.
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Spellings and variants of Narong
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Narong mean?
Narong means 'Battle, war'. It is of Thai, from Sanskrit origin.
Is Narong a Buddhist name?
Narong is used by Thai families, most of whom are Theravada Buddhist; the name's meaning is martial rather than religious.
How do you pronounce Narong?
Narong is pronounced nah-RONG.
Is Narong a boy or girl name?
Narong is usually a boy name.