Narottam
Narottam is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Best among men”.
| Meaning | Best among men |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | नरोत्तम |
| Pronunciation | nuh-ROT-tum |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Narottam
Narottam joins nara, 'man', with uttama, 'highest, best', and so means 'the best of men'. It is used as an epithet of Vishnu and Krishna. The name is closely associated with Narottama Dasa Thakura, a sixteenth-century Bengali Vaishnava saint whose songs are still sung in Gaudiya Vaishnava worship. It is a traditional name used in Bengal, Gujarat and North India.
Is Narottam a Hindu name?
Narottam is a Hindu name and epithet of Vishnu, and it recalls the Bengali poet-saint Narottama Dasa.
How popular is Narottam?
A traditional, now uncommon name in India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Narottam mean?
Narottam means 'Best among men'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Narottam a Hindu name?
Narottam is a Hindu name and epithet of Vishnu, and it recalls the Bengali poet-saint Narottama Dasa.
How do you pronounce Narottam?
Narottam is pronounced nuh-ROT-tum.
Is Narottam a boy or girl name?
Narottam is usually a boy name.