Satish
Satish is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Lord of Sati; often lord of truth”.
| Meaning | Lord of Sati; often lord of truth |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | सतीश |
| Pronunciation | suh-TEESH |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Satish
Satish is usually analysed as Sati + isha, 'lord of Sati', making it a name of Shiva, whose first wife was the goddess Sati. Popularly it is also explained as 'lord of truth', reading the first part as sat. Both interpretations circulate in India. Satish was a very popular boys' name across India in the mid-twentieth century; the Indian mathematician and space scientist Satish Dhawan is one prominent bearer.
Is Satish a Hindu name?
Satish is commonly understood as a name of Shiva through his wife Sati. Hindu families use it widely, sometimes with Shiva devotion in mind.
How popular is Satish?
Very common among Indian men; less often chosen for babies now.
Gifts with the name Satish
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Spellings and variants of Satish
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Satish mean?
Satish means 'Lord of Sati; often lord of truth'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Satish a Hindu name?
Satish is commonly understood as a name of Shiva through his wife Sati. Hindu families use it widely, sometimes with Shiva devotion in mind.
How do you pronounce Satish?
Satish is pronounced suh-TEESH.
Is Satish a boy or girl name?
Satish is usually a boy name.