Gautam: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: g-ah-oot-ahm
Origin: India
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Region Origin: South Asia
Meaning: The remover of darkness

Gautam is a name of Sanskrit origin, derived from the roots "gŐ" (bright light) and "tama" (darkness). It means "the remover of darkness" or "the one who dispels ignorance with spiritual knowledge. " The name has significant historical and cultural importance, particularly in Hinduism and Buddhism. It is associated with several great sages and the Buddha himself. In modern times, the name is often chosen to connect with Indian heritage and spiritual traditions.

Gautam Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Gautam is currently #12533 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Gautam is currently #5478 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Gautam is currently #5969 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Gautam is currently #2623 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Gautam is currently #6543 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Gautam is currently #2856 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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