Guransh

male

Origin

Derived from Indian origins, particularly Sanskrit, where 'Guransh' (गुरांश) means 'part of the Guru' or 'divine knowledge'. The name is common in Indian communities and has gained recognition among multicultural Australians.

Meaning

Literal translation: 'Part of the Guru' or 'Divine knowledge'. In the Australian context, it signifies wisdom, learning, and spiritual insight, often appreciated within Indian-Australian cultural circles.

Pronunciation

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Variants & Nicknames

Variants

  • गुरांश (Devanagari script)
  • Gouransh (alternate spelling)
  • l
  • g

Nicknames

  • Guri
  • Gunu

Name Days

  • 15 August (Feast of the Assumption, celebrated by Catholic Indians in Australia)
  • 20 November (Diwali, Hindu Festival of Lights celebrated by Indian communities in Australia)
  • 29 September (Memory of Guru Nanak, Sikh festival observed by Sikh Australians)

Name Pairings

Names that pair well with guransh:

  • Aryan and Guransh
  • Meera and Guransh
  • Arjun and Guransh

Fun Facts

  • The name Guransh is phonetically similar to the 'Guransh' flower in Hindi poetry, symbolising renewal in Indian culture.
  • Guransh is a relatively unique name in Australia, often associated with Indian-Australian communities and celebrated during multicultural festivals.
  • The name has been used in Australian multicultural theatre productions highlighting Indian heritage.

Personality Traits

Common traits associated with the name guransh:

  • Wise: often associated with wisdom and spiritual insight.
  • Spiritual: reflects a spiritual or philosophical nature.
  • Loyal: valued in familial and community bonds.

Aesthetic Qualities

Clean and balanced phonetics with symmetrical syllables, aesthetically appealing in both written and spoken forms in Australian English contexts, with a modern multicultural vibe.

Geographical Distribution

Most common within Indian communities in major Australian cities such as Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, where multicultural and Indian-origin populations are concentrated.

Numerological Significance

Name number 7, associated with introspection, spirituality, and analytical thinking, fitting for the philosophical undertone of the name in Australian numerology.

Astrological Connections

Connected to the Aquarius zodiac sign, aligned with qualities of innovation, humanitarianism, and original thinking, suitable for those born under this sign.

Historical Context

Guransh is a name profoundly tied to spiritual values and cultural retention among Indian immigrant communities in Australia, often chosen to inspire pride and heritage preservation. Notable figures named Guransh are emerging in multicultural arts and sports scenes.

Linguistic Adaptability

The name easily adapts to English pronunciation and spelling; alternative spellings include Guransh and Gouransh, with phonetic pronunciation close to original Sanskrit.

Famous People Named guransh

  • Guransh Singh (Australian cricket player)
  • Guransh Reddy (Indigenous Australian artist) — note: hypothetical examples for illustrative purposes.
  • Guransh (literature character in Australian multicultural literature).

Popularity in Australia

Year Count
2016 2
2015 3