Indian name meaning
Yashwant
♂ BoyYash·want · 2 syllables
Glorious; famous; successful
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
- Also spelled
- Yashwanth
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.
Ambitious, capable and determined — built for goals, authority and material success.
The letters of Yashwant add up to 26, which reduces to 8.
About the name Yashwant
Yashwant is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “Glorious; famous; successful.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Yashwant has the name number 8, “The Achiever.” It is also spelled Yashwanth.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Yashwant mean?
Yashwant means “Glorious; famous; successful.” It is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Yashwant a boy or a girl name?
Yashwant is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Yashwant?
Yashwant is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Yashwant?
In the Chaldean system, Yashwant has the name number 8, “The Achiever.”
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