Trilochan
Trilochan is a Sikh boy name of Sanskrit, via Punjabi origin, meaning “Three-eyed one”.
| Meaning | Three-eyed one |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Punjabi |
| Written as | ਤ੍ਰਿਲੋਚਨ |
| Pronunciation | tri-LOH-chun |
| Tradition | Sikh, Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Trilochan
Trilochan comes from Sanskrit tri, 'three', and lochana, 'eye'. In Hindu tradition it is a title of Shiva, whose third eye stands for insight and destructive power. In Sikh tradition the name belongs to Bhagat Trilochan, a medieval saint-poet from Maharashtra whose hymns are included in the Guru Granth Sahib, which is why the name is used by Sikh as well as Hindu families.
Is Trilochan a Sikh name?
Hindu families link the name to Shiva; Sikh families usually think of Bhagat Trilochan, one of the bhagats whose words are in the Sikh scripture. Sikh boys typically carry it with Singh.
How popular is Trilochan?
Found in India among Hindu and Sikh families, more often in older generations.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Trilochan mean?
Trilochan means 'Three-eyed one'. It is of Sanskrit, via Punjabi origin.
Is Trilochan a Sikh name?
Hindu families link the name to Shiva; Sikh families usually think of Bhagat Trilochan, one of the bhagats whose words are in the Sikh scripture. Sikh boys typically carry it with Singh.
How do you pronounce Trilochan?
Trilochan is pronounced tri-LOH-chun.
Is Trilochan a boy or girl name?
Trilochan is usually a boy name.