Rishikesh
Sanskrit · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Rishikesh
Rishikesh is a Sanskrit compound name derived from "Rishi" (sage or seer) and "Kesh" (hair), literally meaning "the sage with matted hair" or alternatively interpreted as "lord of the sages," referencing divine wisdom and ascetic tradition.
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Etymology
Rishikesh is a Sanskrit compound name derived from "Rishi" (sage or seer) and "Kesh" (hair), literally meaning "the sage with matted hair" or alternatively interpreted as "lord of the sages," referencing divine wisdom and ascetic tradition. The name is primarily used in Hindu and Indian cultures, with historical significance tied to the sacred city of Rishikesh in Uttarakhand, India, a major pilgrimage site on the Ganges River associated with yoga, meditation, and spiritual practice.
Rishikesh currently ranks #13,753 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2002.
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