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AbhasHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Radiance, Light

Pronunciation: ah-bhahs

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Name
Abhas
Meaning
Radiance, Light
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
ah-bhahs
Lucky Number
5
5
Lucky Number
(Saturday)
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Abhas mean?

Abhas is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Radiance". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: ah-bhahs. Lucky number: 5. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Sanskrit

Sanskrit is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

अभास

श्रौतीय प्रकाश

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

ah-bhahs

IPA

əbhɑs

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Abhas is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is Radiance. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

5

Lucky Day

(Saturday)

Lucky Colors

GoldWhite

Lucky Stone

Pearl

Life Path Number

2

Numerology meaning: The number 2 represents diplomacy, harmony, and balance.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveWiseV = VirtuousT = Thoughtful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes enlightenment, illumination, and inner radiance.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

Abhas is an evocative name in Hindu culture, steeped in the richness of ancient Indian traditions and symbolism. As a name of Lord Indra, it reflects the transformative power of the gods and the natural forces they command. In art and literature, Abhas is often invoked to evoke feelings of awe and reverence, and to conjure up images of divine illumination and enlightenment.
In spiritual terms, Abhas encapsulates the belief that light and radiance emanate from the inner self, and that it is this inner light that illuminates our path and guides us through life. It is a reminder of the power of the divine presence within us, and the potential we all have to shine brightly and make a positive impact on the world around us.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Abhas Gupta was a medieval Indian poet and scholar, who lived during the 13th to 14th century. He was a prominent figure in the Bhakti movement and is known for his devotional poetry in Sanskrit and Hindi.

13th to 14th century

Abhasavarman I was a king of the Kadamba dynasty in southern India, who ruled during the late 5th and early 6th century. He is known for his patronage of Buddhism and the construction of several temples, including the famous cave temples of Badami.

Late 5th to early 6th century

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

अभास

श्रौतीय प्रकाश

🇮🇳Hindi

अभास

अभास

🇮🇳Tamil

அபாஹாச்

அருள்வான் அவர்களை அல்லவல் விழுந்த பதம்

🇮🇳Telugu

ఆభశః

శూద్ధ ప్రకाశః

🇮🇳Marathi

Abhas

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Radiance, Light

🇧🇩Bengali

Abhas

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Radiance, Light

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