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ParamHindu Male Sanskrit name meaning

Supreme, Beyond

Pronunciation: /pəˈræm/

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Name
Param
Meaning
Supreme, Beyond
Origin
Sanskrit
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
/pəˈræm/
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
(Monday)
Lucky Day
Sanskrit
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Param mean?

Param is a male name from Sanskrit origin meaning "Supreme". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: /pəˈræm/. Lucky number: 3. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Sanskrit

Sanskrit is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Param

supreme, beyond, first, highest

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

/pəˈræm/

IPA

/pəˈram/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Sanskrit

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Param is listed as a hindu male name with Sanskrit origin. Its meaning is Supreme. Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

(Monday)

Lucky Colors

BlueGold

Lucky Stone

(Ruby)

Life Path Number

5

Numerology meaning: People with a life path number 5 are natural rebels, free thinkers, and adventurers. They love change and new experiences, and they have a natural ability to adapt to almost any situation. They are often creative, artistic, and versatile.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveWiseV = Virtuous

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes the pursuit of spiritual truth and enlightenment.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Param holds a rich cultural significance in Hindu tradition. It is a name that signifies power, authority, and respect. In Hindu society, individuals with the name Param are often viewed as holy or revered figures. The name is often given to children who are believed to have exceptional potential or are destined for greatness. Furthermore, Param is a popular name for deities, temples, and spiritual institutions.
Param has deep spiritual significance in Hinduism. It is a name that represents the ultimate truth and reality. Param is synonymous with Brahman, the eternal and all-pervading consciousness. It is a name that reminds us of our connection to the divine and our spiritual aspirations. In Hinduism, Param is also associated with the idea of being beyond the finite and the temporal. It represents the infinite and the eternal, and is a reminder of our ultimate goal: to transcend the limitations of the physical world and attain spiritual enlightenment.

Historical Usage

Historical References

The name Param is derived from the Sanskrit word 'param' which means 'beyond' or 'supreme'. This name was used in ancient Hindu texts and scripts, including the Upanishads and the Bhagavad Gita. In these texts, Param referred to the ultimate reality or the supreme god, beyond the physical world and the senses.

800 BCE - 200 CE

The name Param is also used as a title for various Hindu deities, including Paramesvara (Supreme Lord) and Paramatma (Supreme Self). These deities were considered to be the highest manifestations of god and were worshipped as the ultimate truth and goal of life.

500 CE - 1500 CE

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Param BramhachariParam GurumurthyParam Vir Chakra

Translations

Name Translations

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🕉️Sanskrit

Param

supreme, beyond, first, highest

🇮🇳Hindi

उपर्वत

अवगति, उपर, अवतारनात्मक, पहले, उत्तम, उच्चा, अधिक, अधिकारी

🇮🇳Tamil

பரம்

ஸ்வபவம், அருவது, அதிகம், அதிகாரன், அழிவர், அழிவப்பட்டது, அருகியம், அருத்தம், அதிகத்துக்கள்

🇮🇳Telugu

పరమ్

అధిక, అధికార, అధికదేశ, అధికమ, అధికేశ, అధికమర్శన, అధికదేశ్య, అధికేశ్య, అధికదేశ్యపదే, అధికదేశ్యపై

🇮🇳Marathi

Param

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Supreme, Beyond

🇧🇩Bengali

Param

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Supreme, Beyond

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