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ManohitHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Man of mind

Pronunciation: mah-noh-hit

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Name
Manohit
Meaning
Man of mind
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
mah-noh-hit
Lucky Number
6
6
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Manohit mean?

Manohit is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Man of mind". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: mah-noh-hit. Lucky number: 6. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Sanskrit

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मानोहित

Mind, Intelligent, Aware

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

mah-noh-hit

IPA

maːnohit

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Manohit is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is Man of mind. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

6

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

PurpleSilver

Lucky Stone

Amethyst

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Creativity, self-expression, and communication

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveWiseV = VirtuousK = Kind

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes the power of intellect and wisdom in one's life.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name "Manohit" has a deep cultural significance in Hinduism, as it implies the person is the master of their own intellect. This name would be particularly resonant in a society where knowledge and wisdom are highly valued, such as ancient India. The name could also evoke the image of someone who is wise, thoughtful, and insightful.
From a spiritual perspective, the name "Manohit" suggests that the person is one who has mastered their own mind and thoughts, and is using their intellect for spiritual growth and enlightenment. This could be seen as a sign of a deeply contemplative and introspective individual, someone who is focused on their inner worlds and seeks to understand the mysteries of the universe. Additionally, the name might hint at the person's connection to the goddess Saraswati, the Hindu deity of knowledge and wisdom.

Cultural Hindu name · Root: Sanskrit Origin · No specific Vedic reference

Historical Usage

Historical References

Manohit is a common Hindu name derived from the Sanskrit word 'manas' meaning mind and 'hita' meaning beneficial or good. This name was popular during the medieval period in India, particularly among scholars, poets, and spiritual leaders.

Medieval Period (1000-1500 AD)

Another reference to the name Manohit can be found in the Indian epic 'Mahabharata', where the character Manohit is mentioned as a divine being, the god of love and beauty. He was one of the twelve Adityas, the solar deities, and was considered the god of mind and thought.

Ancient India (circa 400 BC)

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Manohit Malhotra (Actor)

Translations

Name Translations

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🕉️Sanskrit

मानोहित

Mind, Intelligent, Aware

🇮🇳Hindi

मानोहित

मान (Mind) + हित (Intelligent)

🇮🇳Tamil

மானோஹித்

மான் (Mind) + ஓஹித் (Intelligent)

🇮🇳Telugu

మానోహిత్

మానో (Mind) + హిత్ (Intelligent)

🇮🇳Marathi

Manohit

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Man of mind

🇧🇩Bengali

Manohit

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Man of mind

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