Sanjiv
Sanjiv is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Life-giving; full of life”.
| Meaning | Life-giving; full of life |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | संजीव |
| Pronunciation | sun-JEEV |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Sanjiv
Sanjiv comes from the Sanskrit sanjiva, meaning living, reviving or restoring to life. The related sanjivani is the life-restoring herb that Hanuman fetched from the Himalayas in the Ramayana to revive Lakshmana. The name was very popular in India in the mid-twentieth century. Actor Sanjeev Kumar was a famous bearer of the alternative spelling.
Is Sanjiv a Hindu name?
A Hindu name that recalls the sanjivani herb of the Ramayana and the idea of life restored.
How popular is Sanjiv?
Common among Indian men of older generations; Sanjib is the Bengali form.
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Spellings and variants of Sanjiv
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sanjiv mean?
Sanjiv means 'Life-giving; full of life'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Sanjiv a Hindu name?
A Hindu name that recalls the sanjivani herb of the Ramayana and the idea of life restored.
How do you pronounce Sanjiv?
Sanjiv is pronounced sun-JEEV.
Is Sanjiv a boy or girl name?
Sanjiv is usually a boy name.