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KesarHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Gold, Amber, King

Pronunciation: Kee-sar

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Name
Kesar
Meaning
Gold, Amber, King
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
Kee-sar
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Kesar mean?

Kesar is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Gold". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: Kee-sar. Lucky number: 3. 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.

केशर्

hair, tuft, crest, king, lord, master, prince, chief, head, leader

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

Kee-sar

IPA

/ˈkɛsər/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

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

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

GoldOrange

Lucky Stone

Citrine

Life Path Number

6

Numerology meaning: People with a life path number 6 are loving, nurturing, and supportive. They have a strong desire to help others and have a natural talent for healing.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveStrongV = VirtuousT = Thoughtful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes purity, enlightenment, and the power of transformation. It is also believed to bring good fortune and prosperity.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name 'Kesar' holds a special place in Hindu culture due to its association with the precious metal, gold. Gold symbolizes wealth, power, and status in Indian society. Furthermore, it is believed that Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, resides in gold. Hence, the name 'Kesar' reflects prosperity, success, and fortunate beginnings.
From a spiritual perspective, the name 'Kesar' signifies the purity and radiance of the soul. Hindu mythology describes the divine nectar, Amrit, as being golden in color. By carrying the name 'Kesar', an individual can be reminded of their inner golden Divine essence. Additionally, the spiritual power of the name is amplified when used in mantra and meditation practices, as 'Om Kesaro Namah'. It serves as a reminder of the Supreme Consciousness that resides within each soul, illuminating the darkness and guiding the way towards self-realization.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Kesar was a famous king in the Gupta Empire. The name Kesar carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

Gupta Empire (320-550 AD)

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Keshav Bharadwaj

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

केशर्

hair, tuft, crest, king, lord, master, prince, chief, head, leader

🇮🇳Hindi

केसर

royal hair

🇮🇳Tamil

கேசர்

royal hair

🇮🇳Telugu

��кеశర్

royal hair

🇮🇳Marathi

Kesar

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Gold, Amber, King

🇧🇩Bengali

Kesar

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Gold, Amber, King

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