Indian name meaning
Naman
♂ BoyNa·man · 2 syllables
Salutation; showing respect
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
From Indian public population records (adults, not newborns).
Thoughtful, analytical and spiritual — drawn to depth, wisdom and quiet study.
| N | a | m | a | n |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 5 |
5 + 1 + 4 + 1 + 5 = 16, then 1 + 6 = 7. So Naman carries the name number 7.
About the name Naman
Naman is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “Salutation; showing respect.”
Spoken aloud it is Na·man — 2 syllables. Naman turns up occasionally in Indian public population records — recognisable, but not everyday.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Naman mean?
Naman means “Salutation; showing respect.” It is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Naman a boy or a girl name?
Naman is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Naman?
Naman is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
How do you pronounce Naman?
Naman has 2 syllables and is said as Na·man.
What is the numerology number of the name Naman?
In the Chaldean system, Naman has the name number 7, “The Seeker.”
Is Naman a common name in India?
Naman appears 3 times in a set of roughly 30,000 Indian public population records, which rates it “uncommon.”
What names go well with Naman?
For a sister to Naman, families often stay within the same Sanskrit naming tradition — Naina, Nakshatra, Nalini or Uma all pair naturally with it.
Which names sound similar to Naman?
Iman, Suman, Aman or Salman share Naman's ending and have a similar rhythm when spoken.
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