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BanshilalHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Banana tree protector

Pronunciation: ban-shi-lal

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Name
Banshilal
Meaning
Banana tree protector
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
ban-shi-lal
Lucky Number
1
1
Lucky Number
Monday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Banshilal mean?

Banshilal is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Banana tree protector". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: ban-shi-lal. Lucky number: 1. 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.

Banshilal

हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है Banana tree protector

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

ban-shi-lal

IPA

/baːɳʃiː lɑːl/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Banshilal is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is Banana tree protector. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

1

Lucky Day

Monday

Lucky Colors

Yellow

Lucky Stone

Jade

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Expressive, artistic, and sociable.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveWiseV = VirtuousT = Thoughtful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Protector of life and nourishment.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

Banshilal is an important name in Hindu culture with significance given to the name's derivation from the banana tree. Banana trees are considered auspicious and a symbol of abundance and prosperity in Hindu tradition. The name carries the association of protection and cultivation of these sacred and nourishing trees.
The name Banshilal holds spiritual significance in Hinduism as it denotes protection and nourishment within spiritual growth. Banana trees are considered sacred as they represent the connection between the earth and the universe, symbolizing the spiritual journey of an individual towards self-realization. Banshilal signifies the protector of this spiritual journey and growth, emphasizing the importance of seeking spiritual shelter and protection throughout life.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that short reference text The name Banshilal carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

e.g. Vedic period

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Raj KapoorAmitabh BachchanSanjay Dutt

Translations

Name Translations

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🕉️Sanskrit

Banshilal

हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है Banana tree protector

🇮🇳Hindi

बांशिलाल

बांशी (musician) + लाल (red)

🇮🇳Tamil

Banshilal

இந்து பெயர் என்று பொருள் Banana tree protector

🇮🇳Telugu

Banshilal

హిందూ పేరు అంటే Banana tree protector

🇮🇳Marathi

Banshilal

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Banana tree protector

🇧🇩Bengali

Banshilal

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Banana tree protector

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