Hariharan: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: h-ahr-eeh-ahr-ahn
Origin: India
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: South Asia
Meaning: Lord vishnu

Hariharan is a name with significant cultural and historical importance. It is derived from the Sanskrit words "Hari" meaning "Lord Vishnu" and "Haran" meaning "to remove. " In Hindu mythology, Hariharan is often associated with Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu, symbolizing the unity of opposites. It reflects the values of balance, and spiritual harmony.

Hariharan Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Hariharan is currently #28301 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Hariharan is currently #12000 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Hariharan is currently #13846 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Hariharan is currently #5904 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Hariharan is currently #14203 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Hariharan is currently #6070 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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