Indian name meaning
Rishabh
♂ BoyRi·shabh · 2 syllables
Righteous; the best; a musical note
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
- Also spelled
- Rishab
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.
Independent, original and driven — a natural starter who likes to lead rather than follow.
The letters of Rishabh add up to 19, which reduces to 1.
About the name Rishabh
Rishabh is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “Righteous; the best; a musical note.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Rishabh has the name number 1, “The Leader.” It is also spelled Rishab.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rishabh mean?
Rishabh means “Righteous; the best; a musical note.” It is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Rishabh a boy or a girl name?
Rishabh is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Rishabh?
Rishabh is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Rishabh?
In the Chaldean system, Rishabh has the name number 1, “The Leader.”
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