Shriram
Shriram is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Lord Rama”.
| Meaning | Lord Rama |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | श्रीराम |
| Pronunciation | shree-RAAM |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Shriram
Shriram joins the honorific Shri, meaning radiance, glory or holiness, with Rama, the hero of the Ramayana. It is the respectful way of saying 'Lord Rama' and appears in the chant 'Shri Ram, Jai Ram, Jai Jai Ram'. As a given name it is especially common in South India and Maharashtra. It is also spelled Sriram.
Is Shriram a Hindu name?
A direct devotional name for Rama, the seventh avatar of Vishnu, revered as the ideal king and son.
How popular is Shriram?
Popular in South India and Maharashtra, often in the Sriram spelling.
Gifts with the name Shriram
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Spellings and variants of Shriram
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shriram mean?
Shriram means 'Lord Rama'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Shriram a Hindu name?
A direct devotional name for Rama, the seventh avatar of Vishnu, revered as the ideal king and son.
How do you pronounce Shriram?
Shriram is pronounced shree-RAAM.
Is Shriram a boy or girl name?
Shriram is usually a boy name.