Meaning & Origin
Pankaj means 'jewel' or 'precious one'. In Hindu mythology, this name is associated with Lord Shiva, who is known as the 'Adornment of the Universe'.
Spiritual meaning
Embodying the divine qualities of beauty, strength, and preciousness.
Language details
पाण्ज
पूजा करने वाला
पankaj
पूजा करने वाला
பாங்காஜ்
அவர் போகில் பூஜை செய்யும்
పఙ్జజ్
అவరో పూజహేశజీ
Pankaj
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Jewel, precious one
Pankaj
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Jewel, precious one
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
pan-KAY
pāŋkadʒ
Lucky number
7
Lucky day
(Saturday)
Lucky colors
Life path
8
Lucky stone
(Ruby)
Cultural & Spiritual notes
The name Pankaj holds great significance in Hindu culture as it is associated with being a precious jewel or valuable possession. In ancient India, jewels were considered symbols of wealth, power, and prestige. Naming a child Pankaj was a way of expressing the parent's high regard for their offspring, acknowledging their inherent value and worth.
In Hinduism, Lord Shiva is a supreme deity known as the 'Adornment of the Universe'or 'Rajjarajeshwara'. The name Pankaj spiritually represents an individual who embodies the essence of Lord Shiva, being a source of spiritual wealth, power, and prestige. It is a reminder to the bearer of the name to strive towards self-improvement, inner beautification, and to be a precious adornment to humanity.
Historical references
Historical records show that Pankaj is a Sanskrit name meaning 'complete' or 'whole'. The name Pankaj carried significant spiritual weight in that era.
Classical Indian
Historical records show that The name Pankaj is mentioned in the Hindu epic Mahabharata. The name Pankaj carried significant spiritual weight in that era.
Ancient India
Notable people with this name
Similar & Related Names
Explore names with the same feel or origin.