Venkatesh
Venkatesh is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit, via Telugu and Tamil origin, meaning “Lord of the Venkata hill”.
| Meaning | Lord of the Venkata hill |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Telugu and Tamil |
| Written as | वेंकटेश |
| Pronunciation | vayn-kuh-TAYSH |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Venkatesh
Venkatesh means 'lord of Venkata', the sacred hill at Tirumala in Andhra Pradesh where the famous Sri Venkateswara temple stands. The god worshipped there, also called Balaji or Srinivasa, is a form of Vishnu. The origin of 'Venkata' itself is debated; a popular explanation reads it as 'destroyer of sins'. The name is extremely common across South India and among South Indian families abroad.
Is Venkatesh a Hindu name?
Venkatesh is a Hindu name for Lord Venkateswara, a form of Vishnu, whose Tirumala temple is one of the most visited pilgrimage sites in the world.
How popular is Venkatesh?
Very common in South India, especially in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Venkatesh mean?
Venkatesh means 'Lord of the Venkata hill'. It is of Sanskrit, via Telugu and Tamil origin.
Is Venkatesh a Hindu name?
Venkatesh is a Hindu name for Lord Venkateswara, a form of Vishnu, whose Tirumala temple is one of the most visited pilgrimage sites in the world.
How do you pronounce Venkatesh?
Venkatesh is pronounced vayn-kuh-TAYSH.
Is Venkatesh a boy or girl name?
Venkatesh is usually a boy name.