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.
where does the name Vikram come from?
Wikipedia confirms Vikram is a given name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly understood to mean valorous, one who is wise, brave, and strong as well as victorious, supporting the valor and prowess gloss given elsewhere.
the history of Vikram
The source doesn't address Emperor Vikramaditya or the Vikram calendar mentioned elsewhere, so those specific historical associations aren't confirmed by anything found here; it only notes that, like many Hindu names, Vikram carries several significant interpretations.
what are the nicknames and variants of Vikram?
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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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what names go well with Vikram?
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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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