Vatsal
Sanskrit · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Vatsal
Vatsal is a Sanskrit name meaning "affectionate" or "fond," derived from the Sanskrit root "vatsala" which denotes tender love and attachment.
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Etymology
Vatsal is a Sanskrit name meaning "affectionate" or "fond," derived from the Sanskrit root "vatsala" which denotes tender love and attachment. The name is primarily used in Hindu cultures across India and the Indian diaspora, with historical usage documented in Sanskrit literature and Hindu philosophical texts.
Vatsal currently ranks #14,221 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2009.
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