Indian name meaning
Pushkar
♂ BoyPush·kar · 2 syllables
A lotus; a holy lake
- 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.
Compassionate, idealistic and generous — moved by big causes and helping others.
The letters of Pushkar add up to 27, which reduces to 9.
About the name Pushkar
Pushkar is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “A lotus; a holy lake.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Pushkar has the name number 9, “The Humanitarian.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Pushkar mean?
Pushkar means “A lotus; a holy lake.” It is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Pushkar a boy or a girl name?
Pushkar is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Pushkar?
Pushkar is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Pushkar?
In the Chaldean system, Pushkar has the name number 9, “The Humanitarian.”
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