Shreyas
Shreyas is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “The good; excellence, well-being”.
| Meaning | The good; excellence, well-being |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | श्रेयस् |
| Pronunciation | SHRAY-us |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Shreyas
Shreyas is a Sanskrit word meaning 'better', 'superior' and, as a noun, 'the highest good'. In the Katha Upanishad, Yama tells the boy Nachiketa that the wise choose shreyas, the good, over preyas, the merely pleasant. The name is popular in western and southern India; the cricketer Shreyas Iyer and actor Shreyas Talpade are well-known bearers. It is often shortened to Shrey among friends.
Is Shreyas a Hindu name?
Shreyas has a clear place in Hindu philosophy through the Katha Upanishad's teaching on choosing the good. It is not a deity name.
How popular is Shreyas?
A popular modern name, especially in Maharashtra and Karnataka.
Gifts with the name Shreyas
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Spellings and variants of Shreyas
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shreyas mean?
Shreyas means 'The good; excellence, well-being'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Shreyas a Hindu name?
Shreyas has a clear place in Hindu philosophy through the Katha Upanishad's teaching on choosing the good. It is not a deity name.
How do you pronounce Shreyas?
Shreyas is pronounced SHRAY-us.
Is Shreyas a boy or girl name?
Shreyas is usually a boy name.