Indian name meaning

Suresh

♂ Boy

Su·resh · 2 syllables

Ruler of the gods; a name of Indra

Origin
Sanskrit
Most used by
Hindu families
Commonly used in
North & Central India
How common is this name?Very common

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.

6
Name number 6 · The Nurturer

Caring, responsible and warm — a natural carer drawn to family and harmony.

The letters of Suresh add up to 24, which reduces to 6.

About the name Suresh

Suresh is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “Ruler of the gods; a name of Indra.”

In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Suresh has the name number 6, “The Nurturer.”

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Suresh mean?

Suresh means “Ruler of the gods; a name of Indra.” It is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.

Is Suresh a boy or a girl name?

Suresh is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.

What is the origin and religion of the name Suresh?

Suresh is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.

What is the numerology number of the name Suresh?

In the Chaldean system, Suresh has the name number 6, “The Nurturer.”

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