Sundar
Sundar is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Beautiful, handsome”.
| Meaning | Beautiful, handsome |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | सुन्दर |
| Pronunciation | SOON-dur |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Sri Lanka, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Sundar
Sundar comes from the Sanskrit sundara, meaning beautiful, lovely or handsome. The Sundara Kanda, the fifth book of the Ramayana, describes Hanuman's journey to Lanka. Shiva is worshipped as Sundareshwara at the Meenakshi temple in Madurai. The Google chief executive Sundar Pichai is a famous modern bearer.
Is Sundar a Hindu name?
A Hindu name that appears in Sundara Kanda of the Ramayana and in names of Shiva such as Sundareshwara.
How popular is Sundar?
Common in Tamil Nadu and found across India.
Gifts with the name Sundar
- Sundar name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Sundar baby gifts (Amazon)
- Hindu baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Sundar
Names similar to Sundar
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sundar mean?
Sundar means 'Beautiful, handsome'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Sundar a Hindu name?
A Hindu name that appears in Sundara Kanda of the Ramayana and in names of Shiva such as Sundareshwara.
How do you pronounce Sundar?
Sundar is pronounced SOON-dur.
Is Sundar a boy or girl name?
Sundar is usually a boy name.