Prabhas
Prabhas (प्रभास) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy-name meaning “Splendor, brilliance, radiance”. Find pronunciation, origin, deity association, popularity and similar Hindu baby names.
Prabhas (प्रभास) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy-name meaning “Splendor, brilliance, radiance”. Find pronunciation, origin, deity association, popularity and similar Hindu baby names.
Prabhas (प्रभास, IAST: prabhāsa) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy-name meaning “Splendor, brilliance, radiance”. Also the name of the sacred kshetra at Somnath where Krishna left the earth.
Meaning, etymology & significance
Prabhas (प्रभास) means “splendor, brilliance” — from the Sanskrit prefix pra (forward, distinguished) and bhā (to shine). One named Prabhas is one whose presence is naturally luminous.
In the Bhagavata Purana Prabhāsa-tīrtha is also a place — the sacred coastal kshetra where the Yadava clan dispersed and where Krishna himself, struck by a hunter’s arrow at the end of his earthly līlā, attained mahā-prasthāna. Prabhasa-tirtha is in modern Veraval (Gujarat), at the great Somnath jyotirlinga, one of the twelve self-manifested Shiva shrines.
A boy named Prabhas carries a name that is at once shining and sacred-historical. The recent rise of the Telugu film actor Prabhas Raju Uppalapati has made the name highly popular across India; older generations still associate it with the Somnath connection.
Pronunciation: pra-BHAAS. Pair with longer surnames so the strong two-syllable first name keeps its prominence.
Astrology — nakshatra & rashi
By the standard Vedic correspondence between the first syllable of a name and the lunar mansion (nakshatra), Prabhas aligns with the Uttara phalguni nakshatra, under the Kanya rashi (Moon sign).
Similar names
Hindu names with a similar feel or meaning include: Prabhat, Prakash, Pradeep. Each is a distinct choice with its own etymology — explore them on their own pages for fuller context.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Prabhas mean?
Prabhas ( प्रभास , IAST: prabhāsa ) is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy-name meaning “Splendor, brilliance, radiance” . Also the name of the sacred kshetra at Somnath where Krishna left the earth.
Is Prabhas a good Hindu baby name?
Yes — it is a traditional Hindu name with an auspicious meaning, suitable for a baby and rooted in Sanatana Dharma values.
What is the origin of the name Prabhas?
It has Sanskrit/Hindu origins; its roots, deity association and significance are detailed above.
Are there variations or similar names to Prabhas?
Related and similarly-themed Hindu names, along with their meanings, are listed in the guide above to help you choose.
Prabhas — Name Facts
- Meaning
- Splendor, brilliance, radiance
- Gender
- Hindu boy name
- Nakshatra
- Uttara Phalguni
- Rashi
- Kanya (Virgo)
- Numerology
- 4
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Prabhas mean?
Prabhas is a Sanskrit-origin Hindu boy name meaning “Splendor, brilliance, radiance”.
Is Prabhas a boy or girl name?
Prabhas is traditionally a Hindu boy name.
Which nakshatra and rashi suit the name Prabhas?
By the first-syllable rule of Vedic naming, Prabhas aligns with the Uttara Phalguni nakshatra, under the Kanya (Virgo) rashi.
What is the numerology number of Prabhas?
The Chaldean name number of Prabhas is 4.
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