Vishwanath
Vishwanath is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Lord of the universe”.
| Meaning | Lord of the universe |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | ವಿಶ್ವನಾಥ್ |
| Pronunciation | vish-wuh-NAATH |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Vishwanath
Vishwanath joins vishva, 'universe', with natha, 'lord', and is a principal name of Shiva. It is the name of Shiva at the Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas and among the holiest sites in Hinduism. Famous bearers include the cricketer Gundappa Vishwanath and the chess champion Viswanathan Anand, whose name is a Tamil form.
Is Vishwanath a Hindu name?
Vishwanath is a Hindu name for Lord Shiva, most closely tied to the Kashi Vishwanath Jyotirlinga in Varanasi.
How popular is Vishwanath?
A widely used traditional name throughout India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Vishwanath mean?
Vishwanath means 'Lord of the universe'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Vishwanath a Hindu name?
Vishwanath is a Hindu name for Lord Shiva, most closely tied to the Kashi Vishwanath Jyotirlinga in Varanasi.
How do you pronounce Vishwanath?
Vishwanath is pronounced vish-wuh-NAATH.
Is Vishwanath a boy or girl name?
Vishwanath is usually a boy name.