Valak
Sanskrit · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Valak
Valak is derived from Sanskrit and means "king" or "ruler," stemming from the root word denoting sovereignty and royal authority.
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Etymology
Valak is derived from Sanskrit and means "king" or "ruler," stemming from the root word denoting sovereignty and royal authority. The name appears in Hindu and Buddhist traditions, notably as a title used in ancient Indian texts and as the name of a deity or celestial being in various religious contexts.
Valak currently ranks #13,991 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2019.
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