Kailash

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Name
Kailash
Gender
Boy name
Syllables
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Kailash is a male first name of Indian origin. The German translation of the name is 'the crystalline.'

What does the name Kailash mean?

Kailash is a boy's name that comes from Sanskrit and means 'the crystalline.' The name is also linked to Mount Kailash in the Himalayas, which is considered the residence of Kubera, the god of wealth. Additionally, the mountain is regarded as the paradise of the Hindu god Shiva.

Where does the name Kailash come from?

The name Kailash has its roots in Sanskrit and carries the meaning 'the crystalline.' The etymology derives from the Sanskrit terms kelāsa or kailāsa (कैलास), which means 'crystal.' The name is common in Hindi, Indian, and Marathi languages.

How do you pronounce Kailash?

Kai-lasch

Popularity

In Germany, Kailash is a rather rare first name. Currently, it ranks 5,840th in the list of the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2012 at rank 3,479. Over the last ten years, the name has been chosen about 20 times, placing it at 5,627th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 6,053rd.

Frequently asked questions about the name Kailash

What does the name Kailash mean?

Kailash is a boy's name from Sanskrit and means 'the crystalline.'

Where does the name Kailash come from?

The name has its roots in Sanskrit and is common in Hindi, Indian, and Marathi languages.

How popular is the name Kailash?

Kailash is a traditional name that is appreciated in certain regions of India and among followers of Hinduism, but it is less common outside of these communities.

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