पौरुष

Paurush

boySanskritHindu

Paurush is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Manliness, valour”.

MeaningManliness, valour
GenderBoy
OriginSanskrit
Written asपौरुष
PronunciationPOW-roosh
TraditionHindu
Used inIndia

Meaning and origin of Paurush

Paurush comes from Sanskrit paurusha, derived from purusha, 'man' or 'person'. It means manliness, courage and human effort, and in Indian philosophy it is often contrasted with daiva, fate, as the power of personal effort to shape one's destiny. As a given name it expresses hopes of strength and determination. It is used across North India and has a confident, modern sound.

Is Paurush a Hindu name?

Paurush is used by Hindu families; its root purusha also names the cosmic being of the Rig Veda, though the name itself stresses human effort.

How popular is Paurush?

An uncommon boys' name in India.

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Spellings and variants of Paurush

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Paurush mean?

Paurush means 'Manliness, valour'. It is of Sanskrit origin.

Is Paurush a Hindu name?

Paurush is used by Hindu families; its root purusha also names the cosmic being of the Rig Veda, though the name itself stresses human effort.

How do you pronounce Paurush?

Paurush is pronounced POW-roosh.

Is Paurush a boy or girl name?

Paurush is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.