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GourabHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Delight, Pleasure

Pronunciation: goo-RAHB

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Name
Gourab
Meaning
Delight, Pleasure
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
goo-RAHB
Lucky Number
12
12
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Gourab mean?

Gourab is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Delight". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: goo-RAHB. Lucky number: 12. 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.

Govardhana

One who protects cows and provides sustenance to all

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

goo-RAHB

IPA

/ɡuːrɑːv/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Gourab is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is Delight. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

12

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

YellowGold

Lucky Stone

Ruby

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Those with the life path number 3 are creative and artistic, they possess a natural ability to inspire and illuminate.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveWiseV

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Bringing joy and delight to others

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Gourab is commonly found in the Bengali culture, particularly in India and Bangladesh. It is a significant name in Bengali society, where it is believed to bring happiness and joy.
In Hinduism, Lord Shiva is worshipped by many as the giver of prasad or blessings. The name Gourab is believed to be bestowed upon a child by Lord Shiva himself, bringing divine blessings and positive energy.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Gourab is a name mentioned in the Mahabharata, an ancient Indian epic. The name Gourab carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

Ancient India

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

Govardhana

One who protects cows and provides sustenance to all

🇮🇳Hindi

Gurav

One who brings joy, pleasure, or delight

🇮🇳Tamil

Gourab

இந்து பெயர் என்று பொருள் Delight, Pleasure

🇮🇳Telugu

Gourab

హిందూ పేరు అంటే Delight, Pleasure

🇮🇳Marathi

Gourab

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Delight, Pleasure

🇧🇩Bengali

Gourab

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Delight, Pleasure

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