Ramesh
Hindi · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Ramesh
Ramesh is a Sanskrit name composed of "Rama" (an avatar of the Hindu god Vishnu) and "esh" (meaning lord or master), thus meaning "Lord Rama." The name is primarily used in Hindu cultures, particularly in India, and carries religious significance tied to the epic Ramayana and Hindu devotional traditions.
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Etymology
Ramesh is a Sanskrit name composed of "Rama" (an avatar of the Hindu god Vishnu) and "esh" (meaning lord or master), thus meaning "Lord Rama." The name is primarily used in Hindu cultures, particularly in India, and carries religious significance tied to the epic Ramayana and Hindu devotional traditions.
Ramesh currently ranks #13,630 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1980.
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