Parth
Parth is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Son of Pritha; Arjuna”.
| Meaning | Son of Pritha; Arjuna |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | पार्थ |
| Pronunciation | PAARTH |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, United States, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Parth
Parth comes from Partha, 'son of Pritha'. Pritha was the birth name of Kunti, mother of the Pandavas, and Partha is used throughout the Bhagavad Gita by Krishna to address Arjuna. The name therefore points to Arjuna, the great archer and Krishna's devoted friend. In the short form Parth it has become one of the more popular modern boys' names in India, especially in Gujarat and Maharashtra.
Is Parth a Hindu name?
Parth is a Hindu name directly from the Bhagavad Gita, where Krishna repeatedly calls Arjuna 'Partha' while teaching him.
How popular is Parth?
Popular in India and the Indian diaspora since the 1990s.
Gifts with the name Parth
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- Hindu baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Parth
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Parth mean?
Parth means 'Son of Pritha; Arjuna'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Parth a Hindu name?
Parth is a Hindu name directly from the Bhagavad Gita, where Krishna repeatedly calls Arjuna 'Partha' while teaching him.
How do you pronounce Parth?
Parth is pronounced PAARTH.
Is Parth a boy or girl name?
Parth is usually a boy name.