Kailash
Kailash is a boys' name of Sanskrit origin meaning “crystal mountain, abode of Shiva.”
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how do you pronounce Kailash?
KAI-lahsh
where does the name Kailash come from?
Taken from Mount Kailash in the Himalayas, held sacred in Hinduism as the home of Shiva.
Kailash refers to Mount Kailash in Tibet, the sacred mountain believed to be the abode of Lord Shiva and the center of the universe in Hindu, Buddhist, Jain, and Bon cosmologies. No one has ever climbed its summit, as it is considered too sacred. The name carries ultimate spiritual majesty and divine presence.
who are famous people named Kailash?
- Kailash Satyarthi (Indian children's rights activist, Nobel Peace Prize laureate)
- Mount Kailash (sacred mountain in Tibet)
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quick answers about Kailash
What does the name Kailash mean?
Kailash means “crystal mountain, abode of Shiva”.
What is the origin of the name Kailash?
Kailash comes from the Sanskrit naming tradition.
How popular is the name Kailash?
Kailash has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.
Is Kailash a boy or girl name?
Kailash is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Kailash?
Kailash is pronounced KAI-lahsh, with 2 syllables.
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