प्रभव

Prabhav

boySanskritHindu

Prabhav is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Origin; power, influence”.

MeaningOrigin; power, influence
GenderBoy
OriginSanskrit
Written asप्रभव
PronunciationPRUB-hav
TraditionHindu
Used inIndia

Meaning and origin of Prabhav

Prabhav comes from pra-, 'forth', and bhu, 'to become', and in Sanskrit means 'origin' or 'source'. In the Vishnu Sahasranama it appears as one of the thousand names of Vishnu, the source of all beings. In modern Hindi prabhav more commonly means 'influence' or 'impact'. Prabhava is also the first year in the traditional sixty-year Hindu calendar cycle. As a name it suggests strength and creative power.

Is Prabhav a Hindu name?

Prabhav is a Hindu name; as Prabhava it is one of the thousand names of Vishnu in the Vishnu Sahasranama.

How popular is Prabhav?

An uncommon modern boys' name in India.

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Spellings and variants of Prabhav

Prabhava

Names similar to Prabhav

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Prabhav mean?

Prabhav means 'Origin; power, influence'. It is of Sanskrit origin.

Is Prabhav a Hindu name?

Prabhav is a Hindu name; as Prabhava it is one of the thousand names of Vishnu in the Vishnu Sahasranama.

How do you pronounce Prabhav?

Prabhav is pronounced PRUB-hav.

Is Prabhav a boy or girl name?

Prabhav is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.