God of wisdom and knowledge
Pronunciation: KOO-shik
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Koushik is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "God of wisdom and knowledge". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: KOO-shik. Lucky number: 4. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.
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कौशिक
कौशिक्तं कर्ता
Pronunciation
English Pronunciation
KOO-shik
IPA
/kəʊʃɪk/
Origin
Root Origin
Sanskrit
Language Usage
Religion
Lucky Details
Lucky Number
4
Lucky Day
(Thursday)
Lucky Colors
Lucky Stone
Rudraksha
Life Path Number
8
Personality
Spiritual
Cultural Context
Historical Usage
Koushik was a sage mentioned in Hindu scriptures including the Mahabharata and the Puranas. He is known for his profound wisdom and his ability to bestow blessings upon those who seek his guidance. According to legend, he was the son of the sage Vyasa and the goddess Saraswati, making him an incarnation of the god Saraswati. He is also identified with the god Brahma, the creator of the universe.
Unknown, likely before 400 BCE
Another reference to Koushik can be found in the Tamil Sangam literature, specifically in the Agananurupanuru. In this work, Koushik is described as a sage who lived in the forest and was known for his deep contemplation and meditation. He was revered by the people of the region for his wisdom and was often visited by kings and scholars seeking his guidance.
Before 200 CE
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Translations
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कौशिक
कौशिक्तं कर्ता
कौशिक
कौशिक का कर्ता
கௌஷிக்
கௌஷிகம் செய்தல்
కౌశిక్
కౌశికమైన దోయేశు
Koushik
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे God of wisdom and knowledge
Koushik
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ God of wisdom and knowledge
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