Padmakant
Padmakant is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Beloved of the lotus; Vishnu or the sun”.
| Meaning | Beloved of the lotus; Vishnu or the sun |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | पद्मकांत |
| Pronunciation | pud-muh-KAANT |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Padmakant
Padmakant combines padma, 'lotus', with kanta, 'beloved, husband'. It is usually explained in two ways: as the husband of Padma, a name of the goddess Lakshmi, which makes it a title of Vishnu, or as the sun, which the lotus opens to greet each morning. Both readings appear in Sanskrit naming lists. It belongs to the same family as Lakshmikant and Kamalakant.
Is Padmakant a Hindu name?
Read as Vishnu, the name honours the preserver god and his consort Lakshmi. It is a quiet devotional choice in Hindu families.
How popular is Padmakant?
A rare name, used occasionally in Nepal, Odisha and North India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Padmakant mean?
Padmakant means 'Beloved of the lotus; Vishnu or the sun'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Padmakant a Hindu name?
Read as Vishnu, the name honours the preserver god and his consort Lakshmi. It is a quiet devotional choice in Hindu families.
How do you pronounce Padmakant?
Padmakant is pronounced pud-muh-KAANT.
Is Padmakant a boy or girl name?
Padmakant is usually a boy name.