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