Narayan
Gender: Male
Origin: Indian – Sanskrit
Meaning: Son
What is the meaning of the name Narayan?
The name Narayan is primarily a male name of Indian – Sanskrit origin that means Son.
The name **Narayan** is of Sanskrit origin and is commonly used in Hindu culture. It combines two elements:
– **Nara** (नर) meaning “man” or “human”
– **Ayana** (आयना) meaning “shelter” or “refuge”
Thus, **Narayan** (नारायण) generally means “the refuge of all beings” or “the shelter of humanity.”
In Hinduism, **Narayan** is one of the many names for Lord Vishnu, who is considered the protector and preserver of the universe. The name reflects divine qualities of protection, care, and shelter.
Different Spellings of the name Narayan:
Here are some different spellings of the name **Narayan**:
1. **Narayan**
2. **Narain**
3. **Narayanan**
4. **Narayen**
5. **Narajun**
6. **Narayan**
7. **Narayan**
8. **Narayan**
9. **Narayan**
These variations reflect different phonetic interpretations or stylistic preferences while retaining the essence of the name.
How to write the name Narayan in Japanese?
The name **Narayan** can be written in Japanese using katakana, which is used for foreign names:
– **ナラヤン** (Narayan)
This katakana representation preserves the pronunciation of “Narayan” in Japanese.