Narayana Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

Pronunciationnuh-RYE-nuh / nəˈraɪ.nə

Sanskrit; Hindu

Meaning

Sanskrit: The name of the god Vishnu; Hindu: The preserver and protector

Historical & Cultural Background

Narayana is a significant name in Hinduism, often associated with Lord Vishnu, who is considered the preserver of the universe. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Nara', meaning 'human', and 'Ayana', meaning 'shelter' or 'refuge'. In various texts, Narayana is depicted as a divine figure who embodies compassion and protection. The name is commonly used in India and among Hindu communities worldwide.

Similar Names

NarenNiranjanNashitNayakNashNashiraNayaraNirav

Variants

  • Narayana
  • Narayan

International Variants

  • Narayana (Sanskrit)
  • Narayan (Sanskrit)

Famous people named Narayana

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Fictional characters named Narayana

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Sibling Suggestions

NikhilRohanArjunKiranVikram

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Narayana was first seen in the United States in 1979. Narayana has ranked as high as #1138 nationally, which occurred in 1985, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Narayana has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Narayana

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19796
19856
20065