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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: sree-nahth /sriːnɑːθ/
Origin: Sanskrit; Indian
Meaning: Sanskrit: 'the one who is auspicious'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Srinath has its roots in the Sanskrit language, deriving from the components 'Sri' and 'Nath.' 'Sri' is a term that denotes prosperity, wealth, and auspiciousness, often used as a prefix to signify respect and reverence. 'Nath' translates to 'lord' or 'master,' thus combining to convey the meaning of 'Lord of Prosperity' or 'Auspicious Lord.' This name is particularly associated with the Hindu deity Vishnu, who is revered as the preserver and protector within the Hindu trinity, alongside Brahma and Shiva.
The name entered the English lexicon primarily through transliterations of Sanskrit texts and the cultural exchanges during the colonial period in India. Historically, the name Srinath has been significant in various religious texts and traditions.
One of the most notable figures associated with this name is Srinathji, a form of Krishna worshipped predominantly in the Vaishnavism tradition. The deity Srinathji is particularly venerated in the regions of Rajasthan and Gujarat, with temples dedicated to him dating back to the 17th century.
The worship of Srinathji gained prominence through the teachings of the saint Vallabhacharya, who founded the Pushtimarg sect in the 16th century, emphasizing devotion to Krishna as the supreme being. Culturally, the name Srinath carries a rich resonance in Hindu traditions, symbolizing divine protection and abundance.
It is often invoked in prayers and rituals, reflecting the deep-seated belief in the auspiciousness associated with the divine. The name also has a diminutive form, 'Nath,' which is used in various contexts, but Srinath remains the more formal and revered version.
The enduring significance of the name Srinath in religious and cultural practices underscores its importance in the spiritual landscape of Hinduism.
Famous people named Srinath
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Srinath Arige is a cricketer best known for playing for the Indian national team and Karnataka.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Srinath was first seen in the United States in 1999.
Srinath has ranked as high as #1282 nationally, which occurred in 2002, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Srinath has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Srinath is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Srinath was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Srinath
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Srinath.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 1999 | 6 |