Warrior
Pronunciation: LAY-ak
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Layak is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Warrior". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: LAY-ak. Lucky number: 7. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.
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Layak
हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है Warrior
Pronunciation
English Pronunciation
LAY-ak
Origin
Root Origin
Sanskrit
Language Usage
Religion
Lucky Details
Lucky Number
7
Lucky Day
Saturday
Lucky Colors
Lucky Stone
(Ruby)
Life Path Number
5
Personality
Spiritual
Cultural Context
Historical Usage
According to the Puranas, Layak is an asura or demon who was born to King Vibhishana of Lanka and his wife Tilottama. Layak is also known as Vibhishana's son Maricha. He is mentioned as a powerful asura who was a constant threat to the devas (gods).
Ancient India, around 1000 BCE - 500 CE
Another reference to Layak can be found in the epic Mahabharata. In this context, Layak is mentioned as one of the four kings of the Yaksha realm, along with Kubera, Vaisravaana, and Rama. The Yakshas were nature spirits believed to bring prosperity to humans and were often depicted as guardians of treasures.
Ancient India, around 400 BCE - 200 CE
Translations
Additional language translations available for this name.
Layak
हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है Warrior
Layak
हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है Warrior
Layak
இந்து பெயர் என்று பொருள் Warrior
Layak
హిందూ పేరు అంటే Warrior
Layak
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Warrior
Layak
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Warrior
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