Navaneeth
Navaneeth is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit, South Indian form origin, meaning “Fresh butter; Krishna”.
| Meaning | Fresh butter; Krishna |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit, South Indian form |
| Written as | നവനീത് |
| Pronunciation | nuh-vuh-NEETH |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Navaneeth
Navaneeth comes from Sanskrit navanita, 'fresh butter'. The word is closely linked to Krishna, who as a child famously stole butter from the cowherd women of Gokul, earning the name Navanitachora, 'butter thief'. The spelling Navaneeth is typical of Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, while North India uses Navneet. It is a popular modern boy's name in South India.
Is Navaneeth a Hindu name?
Navaneeth is a Hindu name connected to the child Krishna and his love of butter, a favourite theme in devotional songs.
How popular is Navaneeth?
Fairly common in Kerala and South India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Navaneeth mean?
Navaneeth means 'Fresh butter; Krishna'. It is of Sanskrit, South Indian form origin.
Is Navaneeth a Hindu name?
Navaneeth is a Hindu name connected to the child Krishna and his love of butter, a favourite theme in devotional songs.
How do you pronounce Navaneeth?
Navaneeth is pronounced nuh-vuh-NEETH.
Is Navaneeth a boy or girl name?
Navaneeth is usually a boy name.