Atul
Sanskrit · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Atul
Atul is a Sanskrit name derived from the prefix "a-" (meaning "not" or "without") combined with "tul" (meaning "equal" or "comparable"), thus meaning "incomparable" or "matchless." The name has roots in ancient Sanskrit literature and philosophical texts that valued the concept of uniqueness and superiority.
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Etymology
Atul is a Sanskrit name derived from the prefix "a-" (meaning "not" or "without") combined with "tul" (meaning "equal" or "comparable"), thus meaning "incomparable" or "matchless." The name has roots in ancient Sanskrit literature and philosophical texts that valued the concept of uniqueness and superiority.
Atul is predominantly used in Hindu and Indian cultures, particularly among Sanskrit-speaking communities and throughout India, with increased adoption in the Indian diaspora during the modern era.
Atul currently ranks #12,368 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2005.
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