Meaning & Origin
Derived from the Sanskrit word 'विकास' (vikaas), meaning 'progress' or 'development'. It is the name of the god Vishnu's fifth avatar, Matsya, who is considered the savior of mankind and appears in the form of a fish.
Spiritual meaning
Symbolizes spiritual growth and progress towards enlightenment
Language details
विकास
विकास: विघ्नोत्तर, उत्पादन, विवेक
विकास
विकास: विघ्न उत्तर, विकास, विवेक
விகாச
விகாச: விழம்பு, விஜயம், விழிக்கவும்
వికాశ
వికాశ: విధేయ, విజయ, విశధేయ
Vikas
हिंदू नाव म्हणजे Progress, development
Vikas
হিন্দু নাম যার অর্থ Progress, development
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
vee-kas
/vɪkɑːs/
Lucky number
5
Lucky day
Saturday
Lucky colors
Life path
3
Lucky stone
Citrine
Cultural & Spiritual notes
The name "Vikas" carries the message of progress and growth in various aspects of life, be it in personal, emotional, or professional domains. It signifies continuous advancement and improvement, reminding us to never stop striving for betterment.
In Hinduism, the name "Vikas" holds significant spiritual significance as it is also the name of the fifth avatar of Lord Vishnu, Matsya. Matsya is considered the savior who appears in the form of a fish to rescue mankind from the great deluge. The name thus embodies the sacred qualities of salvation, protection, and the power of transformation. Vikas is a reminder that no matter what challenges we face in life, we will always be guided and supported by the divine, providing us hope and a sense of purpose.
Cultural name • Root: Sanskrit: विघ्नोत्तर, उत्पादन, विवेक • विकास (विघ्नोत्तर) हिंदू नाम होता है, जिसमें विघ्नोत्तर शब्द का अर्थ विघ्न का निराशान होना है। विकास (उत्पादन) के अर्थ में विकास का यह अर्थ नयाँ कार्य विकास होता है। विकास (विवेक) के अर्थ में विवेक का अर्थ विचार, विज्ञान होता है।
Historical references
The Hindu king Vikramaditya, who ruled from Ujjain in present day Madhya Pradesh, India, around 5th-6th century CE. The legend of the Vikramaditya calendar states that during his reign, a sage named Vikram brought the sun god Surya to Ujjain, and the king established a new calendar based on this event. Context: Ancient Indian king and founder of a calendar system.
Vikas Swarup, an Indian-born Australian novelist, penned the Booker Prize-winning novel 'Sacred Games' in 2017. The story revolves around an investigation into the criminal underworld of Mumbai, India, and its connection to the city's past. Context: Modern Indian author of a renowned novel.
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