Prashant
Prashant is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Calm, tranquil”.
| Meaning | Calm, tranquil |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | प्रशांत |
| Pronunciation | pruh-SHAANT |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Prashant
Prashant comes from the Sanskrit praśānta, 'deeply calm, tranquil, composed', from pra- and śam, 'to be quiet'. The same word names the Pacific Ocean in Hindi, Prashant Mahasagar, the 'peaceful ocean'. It became one of the most popular boy's names in India from the 1970s to the 1990s. It suggests a steady, peaceful temperament.
Is Prashant a Hindu name?
Calmness of mind is a spiritual ideal in Hindu and Buddhist teaching, so the name carries a gentle religious overtone, though it names no deity.
How popular is Prashant?
Very widespread in India among men born from the 1970s to the 1990s.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Prashant mean?
Prashant means 'Calm, tranquil'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Prashant a Hindu name?
Calmness of mind is a spiritual ideal in Hindu and Buddhist teaching, so the name carries a gentle religious overtone, though it names no deity.
How do you pronounce Prashant?
Prashant is pronounced pruh-SHAANT.
Is Prashant a boy or girl name?
Prashant is usually a boy name.