Pawan
Sanskrit · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Pawan
Pawan is a Sanskrit name meaning "wind" or "air," derived from the Sanskrit root "pava" which relates to purification and movement.
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Etymology
Pawan is a Sanskrit name meaning "wind" or "air," derived from the Sanskrit root "pava" which relates to purification and movement. The name is primarily used in Hindu and Indian cultures, with historical significance in Hindu mythology where Pawan is another name for Vayu, the Vedic god of wind.
Pawan currently ranks #11,776 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2002.
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