Venkat
Venkat is a Hindu boy name of Telugu, from Sanskrit origin, meaning “Lord of Venkata hill (Vishnu)”.
| Meaning | Lord of Venkata hill (Vishnu) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Telugu, from Sanskrit |
| Written as | వెంకట్ |
| Pronunciation | VEN-kut |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Venkat
Venkat is a short form of names such as Venkatesh and Venkateswara, which refer to Vishnu as lord of the Venkata hill at Tirumala in Andhra Pradesh. The Tirumala Venkateswara Temple is one of the most visited Hindu shrines in the world. The meaning of the word venkata itself is debated; a popular explanation reads it as 'destroyer of sins'. Venkat is especially common among Telugu and Tamil families.
Is Venkat a Hindu name?
A Hindu name honouring Lord Venkateswara (Balaji) of Tirupati, a form of Vishnu.
How popular is Venkat?
Very common in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.
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Spellings and variants of Venkat
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Venkat mean?
Venkat means 'Lord of Venkata hill (Vishnu)'. It is of Telugu, from Sanskrit origin.
Is Venkat a Hindu name?
A Hindu name honouring Lord Venkateswara (Balaji) of Tirupati, a form of Vishnu.
How do you pronounce Venkat?
Venkat is pronounced VEN-kut.
Is Venkat a boy or girl name?
Venkat is usually a boy name.