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DashantHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Ten steps

Pronunciation: dah-shant

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Name
Dashant
Meaning
Ten steps
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
dah-shant
Lucky Number
10
10
Lucky Number
Friday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Dashant mean?

Dashant is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Ten steps". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: dah-shant. Lucky number: 10. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Sanskrit

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दशन्त

Protector of Ten

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

dah-shant

IPA

/d̪aʃənt/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Dashant is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is Ten steps. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

10

Lucky Day

Friday

Lucky Colors

OrangeBlue

Lucky Stone

Ruby

Life Path Number

6

Numerology meaning: People with a life path number 6 are nurturing, caring, and supportive. They are known for their love and devotion, and have a strong sense of responsibility.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveWiseV = Virtuous

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Steps towards enlightenment

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

In Hindu culture, the number ten is considered auspicious and is a symbol of completeness and unity. The name Dashant reflects this sacred belief and carries a rich cultural resonance.
Legend has it that Lord Vishnu took ten avatars to protect and sustain the Universe. Dashant, as a name, invokes this divine power and communicates the strength and courage required for one's spiritual journey.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Dashant was a legendary king of the Vedic period, who ruled over the region of Panchala. The name Dashant carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

Vedic period

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

दशन्त

Protector of Ten

🇮🇳Hindi

दशन्त

दशों का रक्षक

🇮🇳Tamil

டசந்த

ஐ்ப்பிரம்பில் அவர்

🇮🇳Telugu

దశంట

దశదేశపోయిన

🇮🇳Marathi

Dashant

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Ten steps

🇧🇩Bengali

Dashant

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Ten steps

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