Vikram
Vikram is a boys' name of Sanskrit origin meaning “valor, heroic stride, prowess.” Vikram derives from 'vikrama' meaning heroic stride or valor, and is most associated with the legendary Emperor…
how do you pronounce Vikram?
VIK-rum
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what does Vikram mean?
The name Vikram means “valor, heroic stride, prowess.” It comes from the Sanskrit language tradition.
Vikram derives from 'vikrama' meaning heroic stride or valor, and is most associated with the legendary Emperor Vikramaditya, whose court became the gold standard of Indian civilization — art, literature, astronomy, and justice flourished under his rule. The Vikram calendar used across India bears his name.
who are famous people named Vikram?
- Vikram Sarabhai (father of India's space program)
- Vikram Seth (author of A Suitable Boy)
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