Suresh
Suresh is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Lord of the gods”.
| Meaning | Lord of the gods |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | सुरेश |
| Pronunciation | soo-RAYSH |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal, Sri Lanka |
Meaning and origin of Suresh
Suresh is built from sura, 'god', and isha, 'lord', so it means 'ruler of the gods'. In Hindu texts the title belongs above all to Indra, king of the devas, though it is also applied to Vishnu and Shiva. The name is used across the whole of India and is especially common in the south, among Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam speakers. Well-known bearers include cricketer Suresh Raina and Malayalam actor Suresh Gopi.
Is Suresh a Hindu name?
Suresh is a Hindu name tied to Indra, and by extension to other gods honoured as supreme. It is a classic devotional name rather than a modern coinage.
How popular is Suresh?
Very common among Indian men born in the 1950s to 1980s; still used, though less often chosen for babies now.
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Spellings and variants of Suresh
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Suresh mean?
Suresh means 'Lord of the gods'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Suresh a Hindu name?
Suresh is a Hindu name tied to Indra, and by extension to other gods honoured as supreme. It is a classic devotional name rather than a modern coinage.
How do you pronounce Suresh?
Suresh is pronounced soo-RAYSH.
Is Suresh a boy or girl name?
Suresh is usually a boy name.