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The name Gaurav is of Indian origin and is typically given to Boys. It is associated with the Hindu religion. Numerologically, Gaurav is often linked to the number 7.
Gaurav Name Meaning, Origin, Numerology, Rashi & More
What does the name Gaurav mean? What is the meaning of the name Gaurav
Meaning of Gaurav: Name Gaurav in the Indian origin, means Honour; Pride; Respect. Name Gaurav is of Indian origin and is a Boy name. People with name Gaurav are usually Hindu by religion.
Name
Gaurav
Meaning
Honour; Pride; Respect
Pronunciation
Characters
1 word with 6 characters
Spell
G-A-U-R-A-V
Phonetic
Pythagorean Numerology
7
Indian Vedic Numerology
1
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Famous people with name Gaurav (Namesakes)
Famous People Named Gaurav Do you know a notable person named Gaurav? We'd love to hear about them. Share the details and we'll update our records!
- Gaurav Solanki
Gaurav Solanki (born 21 January 1997) is an Indian Boxer.
- Kumar Gaurav
Kumar Gaurav (born 11 July 1960) is an Indian film actor and son of late actor Rajendra Kumar.
- Gaurav Dagaonkar
- Gaurav Bajaj
Gaurav Bajaj is an Indian film actor.
- Gaurav Gill
Gaurav Gill (born 2 December 1981) is an Indian race car driver who competes in the Asia-Pacific Rally Championship.
- Gaurav Chakrabarty
Gaurav Chakrabarty is an Indian Bengali film and television actor best known for his portrayal of the character Prodipto Lahiri in the Bengali musical TV series Gaaner Oparey that aired on Star Jalsha from 28 June 2010 to 16 April 2011, and specially for the Bengali classic periodic thriller TV series Byomkesh (2014-2015), where he played the role of iconic Bengali detective Byomkesh Bakshi.
- Gaurav Shumsher JB Rana
Gaurav Shamsher Jang Bahadur Rana (Nepali: गौरव शम्शेर जङ्गबहादुर राणा) known as Gaurav Shumsher JB Rana was Chief of Army Staff of the Nepalese Army between September 2012 and August 2015.
- Gaurav Gera
Gaurav Gera (born 23 September 1975) is an Indian comedian and actor who works in Hindi language films and television series.
- Gaurav Gogoi
Gaurav Gogoi is an Indian politician of Indian National Congress from Indian state of Assam.
- Amit Gaurav
Amit Gaurav Yadav (Hindi: अमित गौरव यादव) is an Indian politician and a member of the Sixteenth Legislative Assembly of Uttar Pradesh in India.
- Gaurav Kapur
- Gaurav Yadav
Gaurav Yadav (born 31 October 1991) is an Indian cricketer.
- Gaurav Sharma (author)
Gaurav Sharma (born 4 March 1992) is an Indian author and novelist, best known for his national (India) bestselling novel, God of the Sullied.
- Gaurav Bidhuri
Gaurav Bidhuri (born 16 May 1993) is an Indian boxer from Mandanpur Khadar village, New Delhi who competes in the 56;kg bantamweight division.
- Gaurav Arya
Major Gaurav Arya (Retd) (born 25 September 1972) is the consulting editor for strategic affairs with Republic TV, on defense, national security and strategy.
- Gaurav Kumar
Gaurav Kumar (born 4 July 1996) is an Indian cricketer.
- Gaurav Bora
Gaurav Bora (born 13 July 1998) is an Indian professional footballer who plays as a defender for Odisha in the Indian Super League.
- Gaurav Singh (Uttarakhand cricketer)
Gaurav Singh (born 8 November 1996) is an Indian cricketer.
- Gaurav Gambhir
Gaurav Gambhir (born 26 November 1987) is an Indian cricketer.
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Gaurav - Nakshatra (Birth Star) & Rashi
Dhanishta Nakshatra (Birth Star) - Characteristics and Details
The Nakshatra associated with the name Gaurav is Dhanishta. The Nakshatra Dhanishta of the name Gaurav is connected to the deity Vasus (Vedic Deities), and is ruled by the Mars. The symbol for Gaurav is Drum, and it is characterized by Wealth, Music. This name is connected to the element Earth and embodies the Prosperous, Joyful.| name | Śrāviṣṭha (Dhanishta) |
|---|---|
| Deity | Vasus (Vedic Deities) |
| Ruling Planet | Mars |
| Symbol | Drum |
| Primary Quality | Wealth, Music |
| Element | Earth |
| Nature | Prosperous, Joyful |
Numerology of Gaurav
Numerology for Gaurav - Number 7 (Pythagorean Numerology)
Baby Name Gaurav Numerology: Name Gaurav has a number value of 7 as per Pythagorean Numerology (Western Numerology), its advised that you also calculate 'number value' of name by entering full name in our Name Numerology Calculator.
| Numerology Number (Pythagorean Numerology) | 7 |
| Indian Vedic Numerology | 1 |
| Motivation Number | 5 |
| Destiny Number (Expression Number) | 7 |
| Inner Dream Number | 2 |
| Soul Urge Number | 5 |
| Heart's Desire Number | 5 |
| Personality Number | 2 |
Spelling & Phonetics of Gaurav
Syllables in Gaurav Name
How many syllables in baby name Gaurav? Gaurav has 2 syllables. The name "Gaurav" can be divided into 2 syllables as:
| How many syllables in Gaurav? | 2 (gau - rav) |
|---|---|
| Numbers of characters: | 6 |
| Unique letters: | 5 (g, a, u, r, v) |
| Gaurav backwards: | varuag |
| Gaurav sorted alphabetically: | aagruv |
| Phonetic | |
| Spell | G-A-U-R-A-V |
| Pronunciation |
Name Gaurav is combinations of, 1 occurance of G, 2 occurances of A, 1 occurance of U, 1 occurance of R, 1 occurance of V.
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Birthday Wishes for Gaurav
How to Wish a Happy Birthday to Gaurav
Gaurav's birthday is a remarkable occasion that deserves thoughtful and heartfelt wishes. Whether he's a close friend, a family member, or a colleague, the perfect birthday message can make his day even more special. From warm, sincere greetings to fun, playful wishes, this section provides a variety of ideas to convey your affection, admiration, and joy for Gaurav on his big day.
Happy Birthday, Gaurav! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
Gaurav, Happy Birthday! Another year older, but not a year less awesome. I hope your day is filled with love, laughter, and everything that makes you happiest. Here's to an amazing year ahead!
Happy Birthday, Gaurav! You bring so much light to everyone around you. May your day be as bright and wonderful as your heart. Cheers to more laughter, adventures, and memories this year!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about name Gaurav
What is the meaning of Gaurav?
Name Gaurav means Honour; Pride; Respect as per The ParentZ Baby Name Finder, largest baby names list. Learn more Gaurav Name Meaning and Origin.
What is the numerology of baby name Gaurav?
Name Gaurav has numerology 1 as per The ParentZ.
What is the numerology of Gaurav?
Numerology number of Gaurav is 1 (Vedic) and 7 (Pythagorean Numerology) as per The ParentZ.
What is the lucky number of name Gaurav?
The lucky number of name Gaurav is 1 as per number numerology.
What is the length of Gaurav name?
The name Gaurav has 6 letters. The name Gaurav consists of 1 word with 6 characters.
What is the Nakshatra of Gaurav?
Name Gaurav belongs to Dhanishta nakshatra based on Indian Astrology or Janam Nakshatra as per the information available on The ParentZ.
Where does the name Gaurav come from?
Gaurav is a Indian name given to Boys as per The ParentZ.
What is the origin of the name Gaurav?
The name Gaurav is of Indian origin and is used within Hindu communities.
What does Gaurav mean?
Name Gaurav means Honour; Pride; Respect as per The ParentZ
What does the name Gaurav mean?
Gaurav is of Indian origin and means Honour; Pride; Respect as per The ParentZ
What is the meaning and origin of the baby name Gaurav?
Gaurav means Honour; Pride; Respect and is a Indian name given to Boys as per The ParentZ
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The name Gaurav consists of 6 alphabets.
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Happy Birthday, Gaurav! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
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