Saurabh
Saurabh is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Fragrance, sweet scent”.
| Meaning | Fragrance, sweet scent |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | सौरभ |
| Pronunciation | SOW-rubh |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Saurabh
Saurabh is the Sanskrit saurabha, 'fragrance, perfume', derived from surabhi, 'sweet-smelling'. The same family of words gives Surabhi, the wish-granting cow of Hindu mythology. Saurabh was one of the most popular North Indian boys' names of the 1980s and 1990s. In Bengal it appears as Saurav or Sourav.
Is Saurabh a Hindu name?
Saurabh is a Sanskrit word name without a deity of its own, though it is related to Surabhi, the divine cow. Hindu families choose it for its sense of a pleasant, uplifting presence.
How popular is Saurabh?
Very common among Indian men born in the 1980s and 1990s.
Gifts with the name Saurabh
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- Hindu baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Saurabh mean?
Saurabh means 'Fragrance, sweet scent'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Saurabh a Hindu name?
Saurabh is a Sanskrit word name without a deity of its own, though it is related to Surabhi, the divine cow. Hindu families choose it for its sense of a pleasant, uplifting presence.
How do you pronounce Saurabh?
Saurabh is pronounced SOW-rubh.
Is Saurabh a boy or girl name?
Saurabh is usually a boy name.