Indian name meaning

Gajanan

♂ Boy

Ga·ja·nan · 3 syllables

The elephant-faced; Lord Ganesha

Origin
Sanskrit
Most used by
Hindu families
Commonly used in
North & Central India
How common is this name?Rare

Based on how often the name appears in Indian public population records. Newer, trend-driven names can rank low here even when they’re popular for today’s newborns.

8
Name number 8 · The Achiever

Ambitious, capable and determined — built for goals, authority and material success.

The letters of Gajanan add up to 17, which reduces to 8.

About the name Gajanan

Gajanan is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “The elephant-faced; Lord Ganesha.”

In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Gajanan has the name number 8, “The Achiever.”

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Gajanan mean?

Gajanan means “The elephant-faced; Lord Ganesha.” It is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.

Is Gajanan a boy or a girl name?

Gajanan is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.

What is the origin and religion of the name Gajanan?

Gajanan is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.

What is the numerology number of the name Gajanan?

In the Chaldean system, Gajanan has the name number 8, “The Achiever.”

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