Indian name meaning
Ganesh
♂ BoyGa·nesh · 2 syllables
The elephant-headed god; lord of hosts
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
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.
Grounded, disciplined and dependable — turns steady effort into solid results.
The letters of Ganesh add up to 22, which reduces to 4.
About the name Ganesh
Ganesh 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-headed god; lord of hosts.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Ganesh has the name number 4, “The Builder.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ganesh mean?
Ganesh means “The elephant-headed god; lord of hosts.” It is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Ganesh a boy or a girl name?
Ganesh is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Ganesh?
Ganesh is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Ganesh?
In the Chaldean system, Ganesh has the name number 4, “The Builder.”
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