Makhan
Sanskrit · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Makhan
Makhan is a Sanskrit name meaning "butter," derived from the root word referring to churned dairy products in ancient Indian texts.
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Etymology
Makhan is a Sanskrit name meaning "butter," derived from the root word referring to churned dairy products in ancient Indian texts. The name is primarily used in Hindu and Indian cultures, with particular significance in Hindu mythology where it references Lord Krishna, who was famously fond of butter in childhood narratives.
Makhan currently ranks #2,357 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1996.
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