Paramanand
Paramanand is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Supreme bliss”.
| Meaning | Supreme bliss |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | परमानंद |
| Pronunciation | puh-ruh-maa-NUND |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Paramanand
Paramanand combines parama, 'highest, supreme', with ananda, 'bliss, joy'. In Vedantic philosophy paramananda describes the bliss of union with the divine, and many monks have taken it as a spiritual name. Swami Paramananda, a disciple of Swami Vivekananda's order, founded Vedanta centres in the United States in the early twentieth century. The name is also used for Krishna in some devotional poetry.
Is Paramanand a Hindu name?
Paramanand expresses a core Hindu spiritual goal, the joy of realising the divine. It is popular both as a given name and as a monastic name.
How popular is Paramanand?
A traditional name across North India, more common among older generations.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Paramanand mean?
Paramanand means 'Supreme bliss'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Paramanand a Hindu name?
Paramanand expresses a core Hindu spiritual goal, the joy of realising the divine. It is popular both as a given name and as a monastic name.
How do you pronounce Paramanand?
Paramanand is pronounced puh-ruh-maa-NUND.
Is Paramanand a boy or girl name?
Paramanand is usually a boy name.