Indian name meaning
Harishchandra
♂ BoyHa·rish·chan·dra · 4 syllables
The legendary truthful king
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
- Also spelled
- Harichand
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.
Sensitive, cooperative and diplomatic — happiest building harmony and close bonds.
The letters of Harishchandra add up to 38, which reduces to 2.
About the name Harishchandra
Harishchandra 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 legendary truthful king.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Harishchandra has the name number 2, “The Peacemaker.” It is also spelled Harichand.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Harishchandra mean?
Harishchandra means “The legendary truthful king.” It is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Harishchandra a boy or a girl name?
Harishchandra is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Harishchandra?
Harishchandra is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Harishchandra?
In the Chaldean system, Harishchandra has the name number 2, “The Peacemaker.”
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