Ramesh
Ramesh is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Lord of Lakshmi; Vishnu”.
| Meaning | Lord of Lakshmi; Vishnu |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | रमेश |
| Pronunciation | ruh-MAYSH |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal, Fiji |
Meaning and origin of Ramesh
Ramesh joins Ramā, a name of the goddess Lakshmi, with īśa 'lord', so it means 'Lakshmi's lord', a title of Vishnu. It is sometimes mistakenly read as 'lord Rama', but the first part is Rama with a long final a, the goddess. Ramesh was one of the most widespread Indian boys' names of the mid-twentieth century and is used in every region.
Is Ramesh a Hindu name?
Ramesh is a name of Vishnu, consort of Lakshmi, and is chosen by Hindu families for its devotional meaning.
How popular is Ramesh?
Very common in India among older generations; less often given to babies today.
Gifts with the name Ramesh
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Spellings and variants of Ramesh
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ramesh mean?
Ramesh means 'Lord of Lakshmi; Vishnu'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Ramesh a Hindu name?
Ramesh is a name of Vishnu, consort of Lakshmi, and is chosen by Hindu families for its devotional meaning.
How do you pronounce Ramesh?
Ramesh is pronounced ruh-MAYSH.
Is Ramesh a boy or girl name?
Ramesh is usually a boy name.