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GanpatHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Lord of Ganas (groups)

Pronunciation: gah-NAH-pah-t

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Name
Ganpat
Meaning
Lord of Ganas (groups)
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
gah-NAH-pah-t
Lucky Number
2
2
Lucky Number
(Lunar) Tuesday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Ganpat mean?

Ganpat is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Lord of Ganas (groups)". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: gah-NAH-pah-t. Lucky number: 2. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Sanskrit

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गणपति

Lord of the Ganas

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

gah-NAH-pah-t

IPA

/ɡəɳpət/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Ganpat is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is Lord of Ganas (groups). Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

2

Lucky Day

(Lunar) Tuesday

Lucky Colors

RedOrange

Lucky Stone

Emerald

Life Path Number

1

Numerology meaning: Individuals with a life path number 1 are independent, ambitious, and natural leaders.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveWiseV = VirtuousT = Thoughtful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes wisdom, power, and the ability to overcome obstacles.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

Saraswati is considered the goddess of learning, wisdom, music, culture, and the arts in Hinduism. She is revered in Indian homes and cultural institutions, as well as in educational institutions.
Saraswati is also considered the divine tutor and patron of students, scientists, and artists. In spiritual practice, chanting the Saraswati mantra is believed to bestow wisdom and intelligence.

Historical Usage

Historical References

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

e.g. Vedic period

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Ganesha (Hindu deity)

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

गणपति

Lord of the Ganas

🇮🇳Hindi

गणपत

प्रभवती शक्ति के साथ सबका पति

🇮🇳Tamil

கணபதி

குழந்தையிடம் அவ்வாற்றுக்கள் ஆயிர்த்தல் கோவில் இல்லையில் வாழ்வது

🇮🇳Telugu

గణపత

ఎయ్యాదియే పద్దతి

🇮🇳Marathi

Ganpat

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Lord of Ganas (groups)

🇧🇩Bengali

Ganpat

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Lord of Ganas (groups)

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