Omkarnath
Omkarnath is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Lord of the sacred syllable Om”.
| Meaning | Lord of the sacred syllable Om |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | ओंकारनाथ |
| Pronunciation | ohm-kaar-NAATH |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Omkarnath
Omkarnath brings together Omkara, the sacred syllable Om, and natha, 'lord'. It is an epithet of Shiva, who is worshipped at the Omkareshwar jyotirlinga on an island in the Narmada river in Madhya Pradesh. The name has an honoured bearer in Pandit Omkarnath Thakur, the twentieth-century Hindustani classical singer and music scholar. It is sometimes shortened to Omkar or Om.
Is Omkarnath a Hindu name?
Om is the most sacred sound in Hinduism, and Omkarnath presents Shiva as its lord. The name suits families devoted to Shiva or to the Omkareshwar shrine.
How popular is Omkarnath?
A traditional name found across North and Central India, uncommon among babies today.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Omkarnath mean?
Omkarnath means 'Lord of the sacred syllable Om'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Omkarnath a Hindu name?
Om is the most sacred sound in Hinduism, and Omkarnath presents Shiva as its lord. The name suits families devoted to Shiva or to the Omkareshwar shrine.
How do you pronounce Omkarnath?
Omkarnath is pronounced ohm-kaar-NAATH.
Is Omkarnath a boy or girl name?
Omkarnath is usually a boy name.