Vivekanand
Vivekanand is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Bliss of discerning wisdom”.
| Meaning | Bliss of discerning wisdom |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | विवेकानंद |
| Pronunciation | vi-vay-kaa-NUND |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Vivekanand
Vivekanand joins viveka, 'discernment, the wisdom to tell the real from the unreal', with ananda, 'bliss'. It is famous as the monastic name of Swami Vivekananda, the disciple of Ramakrishna whose 1893 speech at the Parliament of the World's Religions in Chicago introduced Vedanta to the West. Parents often choose it in his honour. His birthday, 12 January, is observed as National Youth Day in India.
Is Vivekanand a Hindu name?
Vivekananda is one of modern Hinduism's most influential figures, and the name expresses the Vedantic ideal of discriminating wisdom. It is widely respected across Hindu communities.
How popular is Vivekanand?
Used across India, particularly in Bengal, though Vivek is far more common.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Vivekanand mean?
Vivekanand means 'Bliss of discerning wisdom'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Vivekanand a Hindu name?
Vivekananda is one of modern Hinduism's most influential figures, and the name expresses the Vedantic ideal of discriminating wisdom. It is widely respected across Hindu communities.
How do you pronounce Vivekanand?
Vivekanand is pronounced vi-vay-kaa-NUND.
Is Vivekanand a boy or girl name?
Vivekanand is usually a boy name.