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MarakHindu Male Hindu name meaning

Mara, the God of Death

Pronunciation: mā-rak

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Name
Marak
Meaning
Mara, the God of Death
Origin
Hindu
Religion
Hindu
Language
Sanskrit, Hindi, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
mā-rak
Lucky Number
5
5
Lucky Number
Tuesday
Lucky Day
Hindu
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Marak mean?

Marak is a male name from Hindu origin meaning "Mara". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: mā-rak. Lucky number: 5. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Sanskrit

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Marak

हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है Mara, the God of Death

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

mā-rak

IPA

mɑːrɑk

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Hindu

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Marak is listed as a hindu male name with Hindu origin. Its meaning is Mara. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

5

Lucky Day

Tuesday

Lucky Colors

RedBlack

Lucky Stone

Black Tourmaline

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Expressive, creative, and artistic, threes are often associated with the arts, self-expression, and communication. They are also considered to be emotional, sensitive, and intuitive.

Personality

Personality Traits

CourageousProtectiveStrong-willedDeterminedResilientBold

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes the triumph over fear and death, representing the indomitable spirit of the individual.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Marak has its roots in the rich Hindu mythology. 'Mara' is the name of the God of Death, who personifies the end of all life on this earth. This name carries an aura of power and strength, as it is derived from the God who has the power to over life and death. It is a unique and significant name that represents the triumph of life over death.
In Hinduism, the God Mara is revered as the one who bestows courage, protection, and strength upon his devotees. The name Marak carries the spiritual significance of having the blessings of the God of Death. It signifies that the bearer of this name has the inner strength to face the challenges of life and the fearlessness to vanquish all adversities, just like Mara, the God of Death, who has the power to overcome the fear of death itself.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Marak was a king of the ancient Vedic civilization in India. The name Marak carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

Vedic period

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Marak Raghavendra, Indian actor

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

Marak

हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है Mara, the God of Death

🇮🇳Hindi

Marak

हिन्दू नाम जिसका अर्थ है Mara, the God of Death

🇮🇳Tamil

Marak

இந்து பெயர் என்று பொருள் Mara, the God of Death

🇮🇳Telugu

Marak

హిందూ పేరు అంటే Mara, the God of Death

🇮🇳Marathi

Marak

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Mara, the God of Death

🇧🇩Bengali

Marak

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Mara, the God of Death

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