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Pronunciation: dee-PAK
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Deepak is a male name from Hindu origin meaning "Light". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: dee-PAK. Lucky number: 27. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.
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दीपक
दीप का दाता (One who lights a lamp)
Pronunciation
English Pronunciation
dee-PAK
IPA
/d̪iːpak/
Origin
Root Origin
Hindu
Language Usage
Religion
Lucky Details
Lucky Number
27
Lucky Day
Saturday
Lucky Colors
Lucky Stone
Sunstone
Life Path Number
9
Personality
Spiritual
Cultural Context
Vedic Sanskrit origin · Root: Sanskrit/Mythology/Vedic · Deepak is a name derived from the Sanskrit word ‘दीप’ (dīp), meaning ‘light’. The name ‘Deepak’ is a compound word, consisting of ‘दीप’ (dīp) and ‘का’ (kā), which means ‘one who lights a lamp’. In Hindu mythology, Deepak is considered to be the name of the god Agni, the god of fire, who is often depicted with a lamp in his hands. The name is also mentioned in various Hindu scriptures, including the Mahabharata and the Ramayana.
Historical Usage
Deepak, a famous Hindu king of the Maurya Dynasty (321-185 BCE), is known for his brilliant rule and significant expansion of the Mauryan Empire. His name, Deepak, means 'light' in Sanskrit, reflecting his enlightened and powerful reign.
321-185 BCE
Another Deepak, a renowned Hindu scholar and philosopher from the medieval period (13th century CE), is known for his significant contributions to the fields of logic and theology. His works, such as 'Sarvadarshanakaumudi', have been influential in shaping Hindu philosophy and theology for centuries. His name, Deepak, signifies 'a source of light' in Sanskrit, aptly reflecting his role as an intellectual beacon of knowledge and understanding.
13th century CE
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Translations
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दीपक
दीप का दाता (One who lights a lamp)
दीपक
दीप का दाता (One who lights a lamp)
திப்பக்
விழிப்பல் கொடுத்தான் (One who lights a lamp)
దీపక్
దీపపోయే దేశిణి (One who lights a lamp)
Deepak
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Light
Deepak
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Light
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