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PranabHindu Male Hindu name meaning

Prana (life) + Ab (father)

Pronunciation: pra-NAHB

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Name
Pranab
Meaning
Prana (life) + Ab (father)
Origin
Hindu
Religion
Hindu
Language
Hindi, Sanskrit, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
pra-NAHB
Lucky Number
1
1
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Hindu
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Pranab mean?

Pranab is a male name from Hindu origin meaning "Prana (life) + Ab (father)". It is used in Hindu naming contexts and appears in Sanskrit, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Bengali. Pronunciation: pra-NAHB. Lucky number: 1. 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.

प्राणब

प्राण प्रदाता (प्राणदाता)

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

pra-NAHB

IPA

/pɾaːɳaːb/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Hindu

Language Usage

SanskritHindiTamilTeluguMarathiBengali

Religion

Hindu Name Context

Pranab is listed as a hindu male name with Hindu origin. Its meaning is Prana (life) + Ab (father). Category: Hindu.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

1

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

YellowGold

Lucky Stone

Yellow Jasper

Life Path Number

1

Numerology meaning: Innovative, Pioneer, Leader

Personality

Personality Traits

NurturingWiseCompassionateIntrospectiveMysteriousReflective

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A name for a spiritual leader who embodies the essence of life and nurtures it

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Pranab in Hindu context is associated with the renouncer and philosopher Paranandasar Maharaj (1530-1606 AD), also known as Pran sample Prabhu or Sidhesvar Swami, who was regarded as the 10th guru of the Nath tradition. The term 'Prana' meaning life-force is deeply embedded in Hindu culture and beliefs, and the name Pranab signifies a person who embodies and nurtures this vital energy of life.
In the spiritual context, the name Pranab represents a divine being who is the embodiment of Prana (life-force or breath) and as such, he is perceived as the giver and sustainer of life. The spiritual seeker aspires to attain such a state where they too can nurture life-force within themselves and in others, ultimately leading to spiritual enlightenment. The name is also a reminder to value and cherish the precious gift of life.

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Pranab MukherjeePranab Shankar Barua

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🕉️Sanskrit

प्राणब

प्राण प्रदाता (प्राणदाता)

🇮🇳Hindi

प्राणाब

प्राण प्रदाता

🇮🇳Tamil

பிரணப்

பிரைன் அவர் (Praina avar)

🇮🇳Telugu

ప్రాణబ్

ప్రాణ ప్రదేశ (Prāṇa pradēśa)

🇮🇳Marathi

Pranab

हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Prana (life) + Ab (father)

🇧🇩Bengali

Pranab

হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Prana (life) + Ab (father)

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