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AlokHindu Male Hindu name meaning

dawn, light, radiance

Pronunciation: a-lohk

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Name
Alok
Meaning
dawn, light, radiance
Origin
Hindu
Religion
Hindu
Language
Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
a-lohk
Lucky Number
5
5
Lucky Number
Thursday
Lucky Day
Hindu
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Alok mean?

Alok is a male name from Hindu origin meaning "dawn". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: a-lohk. 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.

अलोक

Light, Vision, Radiance

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

a-lohk

IPA

/əlɔk/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Hindu

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Alok is listed as a hindu male name with Hindu origin. Its meaning is dawn. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

5

Lucky Day

Thursday

Lucky Colors

yelloworange

Lucky Stone

Citrine

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: The number 3 is associated with creativity, self-expression, and communication.

Personality

Personality Traits

hopefuloptimisticcreativeintrospectiveanalyticalcontemplative

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Alok is a spiritual name that signifies the inner light of consciousness and the divine radiance of the soul.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Alok holds a special place in Hindu culture as it is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Alokah', which means 'dawn', 'radiant light', or 'clear vision'. In Hindu mythology, Alok is also associated with the god of light, Savitri or Agni. The name is considered auspicious and is believed to bring good fortune and success.
From a spiritual perspective, Alok signifies the awakening of one's inner light and consciousness. It represents the journey towards self-realization and the pursuit of knowledge and wisdom. Alok is a reminder that within each of us lies a radiant, brilliant light that can illuminate our path and guide us towards our true purpose in life. Additionally, in Jainism, Alok is used to describe the state of liberation or moksha, where the soul is free from the cycle of birth and death and is surrounded by the brightness of the supreme soul.

Vedic Sanskrit origin · Root: Sanskrit/Mythology/Vedic · Alok is a name derived from the Sanskrit word 'alok' which means 'light', 'vision', or 'radiance'. It is a significant name in Hindu mythology and is often associated with the god of light, Agni.

Historical Usage

Historical References

The name Alok is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Alokah' which means 'radiant' or 'shining'. It is mentioned in various Hindu scriptures, including the Mahabharata and the Bhagavad Gita.

Ancient India (circa 400 BCE - 1000 CE)

Another reference to Alok is found in the Jain tradition, where Alok is considered the 24th Tirthankara, or enlightened teacher. His life story is recounted in various Jain texts, such as the Kalpa Sutra.

Ancient India (circa 500 BCE - 1000 CE)

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Alok Nath (actor)

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

अलोक

Light, Vision, Radiance

🇮🇳Hindi

अलोक

अलोक

🇮🇳Tamil

அலோக்

அல், ஓக் (Light, Vision, Radiance)

🇮🇳Telugu

అలోక్

అలోక్ (Light, Vision, Radiance)

🇮🇳Marathi

Alok

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे dawn, light, radiance

🇧🇩Bengali

Alok

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ dawn, light, radiance

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