Vamsi
Vamsi is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit, via Telugu origin, meaning “Flute; also lineage”.
| Meaning | Flute; also lineage |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Telugu |
| Written as | వంశీ |
| Pronunciation | VUM-shee |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Vamsi
Vamsi comes from the Sanskrit vamshi, 'flute', the bamboo flute played by Krishna, and is related to vamsha, 'bamboo' and also 'family line'. The flute connection gives rise to the popular compound Vamsi Krishna, 'Krishna of the flute'. The name is especially common in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana; the Telugu film director Vamshi Paidipally is a well-known bearer.
Is Vamsi a Hindu name?
Vamsi is a Hindu name associated with Krishna, whose flute, the vamshi or bansuri, is one of his most beloved symbols in devotional art and song.
How popular is Vamsi?
Common in Telugu-speaking families in South India and the diaspora.
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Spellings and variants of Vamsi
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Vamsi mean?
Vamsi means 'Flute; also lineage'. It is of Sanskrit, via Telugu origin.
Is Vamsi a Hindu name?
Vamsi is a Hindu name associated with Krishna, whose flute, the vamshi or bansuri, is one of his most beloved symbols in devotional art and song.
How do you pronounce Vamsi?
Vamsi is pronounced VUM-shee.
Is Vamsi a boy or girl name?
Vamsi is usually a boy name.