Paras
Paras is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit, via Hindi origin, meaning “Philosopher's stone”.
| Meaning | Philosopher's stone |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Hindi |
| Written as | पारस |
| Pronunciation | PAA-rus |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Paras
Paras is the Hindi name for a legendary stone that turns iron into gold at a touch, comparable to the philosopher's stone of European alchemy. It is commonly derived from Sanskrit sparsha, 'touch'. In Indian sayings a great teacher is compared to the paras, transforming whoever comes into contact with them. Paras Chhabra and Paras Mhambrey are well-known Indian bearers.
Is Paras a Hindu name?
Paras is used by Hindu and Jain families; the image of the transforming touchstone appears in devotional poetry about the guru and God.
How popular is Paras?
A familiar boys' name in North and West India.
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Spellings and variants of Paras
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Paras mean?
Paras means 'Philosopher's stone'. It is of Sanskrit, via Hindi origin.
Is Paras a Hindu name?
Paras is used by Hindu and Jain families; the image of the transforming touchstone appears in devotional poetry about the guru and God.
How do you pronounce Paras?
Paras is pronounced PAA-rus.
Is Paras a boy or girl name?
Paras is usually a boy name.