The baby name Prakash is a unisex name, 2 syllables long and is pronounced "pruh-kash".
Prakash is Indian in Origin.
Prakash is a unisex name of Indian origin, meaning "light" or "brightness". It is a popular name among Hindus and Sikhs, and is often given to children born during the festival of Diwali, which celebrates the triumph of light over darkness. The name is also associated with the teachings of Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism, who emphasized the importance of spiritual enlightenment and inner illumination.
The pronunciation of Prakash is PRAH-kash, with the emphasis on the first syllable. The name is composed of two Sanskrit words: pra, meaning "forth" or "forward", and kash, meaning "to shine" or "to illuminate". The name is often used as a first name, but can also be used as a surname. In India, it is a common name among both men and women, and is often shortened to Praka or Prak.
Prakash has a long history in India, dating back to ancient times. It is a name that has been used by many notable figures throughout Indian history, including the poet and philosopher Rabindranath Tagore, the politician and activist Mahatma Gandhi, and the Bollywood actor Prakash Raj. The name has also gained popularity outside of India, particularly in countries with large Indian diaspora communities, such as the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.
Prakash has the following similar or variant Names
- Prakas |
- Prakasha |
- Prakasam |
- Prakasamma |
- Prakaschandran |
- Prakasen |
- Prakasheen |
- Prakashi |
- Prakashini |
- Prakashraj |
- Prakasini |
- Prakasit
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