Rohit
Rohit is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Red; the rising sun's glow”.
| Meaning | Red; the rising sun's glow |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | रोहित |
| Pronunciation | ROH-hit |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Rohit
Rohit comes from the Sanskrit rohita, 'red', and by extension the red glow of sunrise, so it is often explained as 'first rays of the sun'. In the Puranas, Rohita (Rohitashva) is the son of King Harishchandra, famed for his truthfulness. In modern India the name is very widespread; the cricketer Rohit Sharma is among its best-known bearers.
Is Rohit a Hindu name?
Rohit is a Hindu name. Its link with the red of sunrise connects it loosely with Surya, the sun, and with the story of Harishchandra's son.
How popular is Rohit?
A very common name for Indian men, especially those born from the 1970s to the 1990s.
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Spellings and variants of Rohit
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rohit mean?
Rohit means 'Red; the rising sun's glow'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Rohit a Hindu name?
Rohit is a Hindu name. Its link with the red of sunrise connects it loosely with Surya, the sun, and with the story of Harishchandra's son.
How do you pronounce Rohit?
Rohit is pronounced ROH-hit.
Is Rohit a boy or girl name?
Rohit is usually a boy name.