Vishu
Sanskrit · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Vishu
The name 'Vishu' is a masculine given name of Sanskrit origin, meaning "equal" or "balanced," derived from the root *viṣu* (विषु) signifying equality or equinox.
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Etymology
The name 'Vishu' is a masculine given name of Sanskrit origin, meaning "equal" or "balanced," derived from the root *viṣu* (विषु) signifying equality or equinox. It is primarily used in Hindu culture, particularly in South India, where it is associated with the Malayali New Year festival "Vishu," though the name itself is not directly tied to a specific religious figure or historical context.
Vishu currently ranks #715 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2020.
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