Indian name meaning
Tanish
♂ BoyTa·nish · 2 syllables
Ambition; a piece of gold
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
- Also spelled
- Tanishq
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 Tanish add up to 19, which reduces to 1.
About the name Tanish
Tanish is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “Ambition; a piece of gold.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Tanish has the name number 1, “The Leader.” It is also spelled Tanishq.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tanish mean?
Tanish means “Ambition; a piece of gold.” It is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Tanish a boy or a girl name?
Tanish is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Tanish?
Tanish is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Tanish?
In the Chaldean system, Tanish has the name number 1, “The Leader.”
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