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The name Rakesh is of Indian origin and is typically given to Boys. It is associated with the Hindu religion. Numerologically, Rakesh is often linked to the number 8.
Rakesh Name Meaning, Origin, Numerology, Rashi & More
What does the name Rakesh mean? What is the meaning of the name Rakesh
Meaning of Rakesh: Name Rakesh in the Indian origin, means Lord of the night; Lord of the full moon night; Name means Lord of Full Moon Day in Sanskrit. Name Rakesh is of Indian origin and is a Boy name. People with name Rakesh are usually Hindu by religion.
Name
Rakesh
Meaning
Lord of the night; Lord of the full moon night; Name means Lord of Full Moon Day in Sanskrit
Pronunciation
Characters
1 word with 6 characters
Spell
R-A-K-E-S-H
Phonetic
Pythagorean Numerology
8
Indian Vedic Numerology
3
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Famous people with name Rakesh (Namesakes)
Famous People Named Rakesh Do you know a notable person named Rakesh? We'd love to hear about them. Share the details and we'll update our records!
- Rakesh Sharma
Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma, AC (born 13 January 1949) is a former Indian Air Force pilot who flew aboard Soyuz T-11 on 3 April 1984 with the Interkosmos programme.
- Rakesh Roshan
Rakesh Roshan (born Rakesh Roshan Lal Nagrath on 6 September 1949) is an Indian producer, director, screenwriter, editor, former actor and music director in Hindi films.
- Rakesh Khurana
Rakesh Khurana (born November 22, 1967) is an American educator.
- Rakesh Jhunjhunwala
Rakesh Jhunjhunwala (born 5 July 1960) is an Indian billionaire, investor, trader, and chartered accountant.
- Rakesh Maria
Rakesh Maria, IPS (born 19 January 1957) is a former Indian Police Officer.
- Rakesh Bedi
Rakesh Bedi (born 1 December 1954) is an Indian film, stage and television actor.
- Rakesh Kumar Yadav
Rakesh Kr Yadav (born 2 October 1977) is an Indian track and field athlete from Uttar Pradesh who specializes in Hammer throw.
- Rakesh Jhaveri
Rakesh Jhaveri, also known as Pujya Gurudevshri Rakeshbhai, (born 26 September 1966) is a spiritual leader, mystic, scholar of Jainism, author and orator from India.
- Rakesh Shah
Rakeshbhai Jasvantlal Shah (born 1 January 1962) is an Indian politician from Gujarat.
- Rakesh Adiga
Rakesh Adiga (born 7 July 1986) is an Indian film actor, who works in the Kannada film industry.
- Rakesh Kapoor
Rakesh Kapoor (born 4 August 1958) is an Indian businessman.
- Rakesh Kumar (kabaddi)
Rakesh Kumar (born 15 April 1982) is an Indian professional Kabaddi player.
- Rakesh Shrestha
- Not to be confused with Rakesh Shrestha the photographer and father of Rohan Shrestha
Rakesh Shrestha (Nepali: рд░рд╛рдХреЗрд╢ рд╢реНрд░реЗрд╖реНрда) (born 14 January 1977) is a footballer from Nepal.
- Rakesh Manpat
Rakesh Manpat is an Indian shooter from Bangalore.
- Rakesh Mishra
Rakesh Kumar Mishra is an Indian scientist specializing in genomics and epigenetics.
- Rakesh Singha
Rakesh Singha (born 1956) is an Indian politician and a member of the Communist Party of India (Marxist).
Singha is a current member of legislative assembly (MLA) in Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly (elected in 2017) from the Theog Constituency.
- Rakesh Asthana
Rakesh Asthana (born 1961) is an Indian Police Service officer of the 1984 batch of Gujarat cadre who served as the Special Director at the Central Bureau of Investigation.
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- Rakesh Sinha
Rakesh Sinha is Member of Parliament from Rajya Sabha, an author, and an associate professor at the University of Delhi.
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Rakesh - Nakshatra (Birth Star) & Rashi
Chitra Nakshatra (Birth Star) - Characteristics and Details
The Nakshatra associated with the name Rakesh is Chitra. The Nakshatra Chitra of the name Rakesh is connected to the deity Tvashtar (Divine Architect), and is ruled by the Mars. The symbol for Rakesh is Pearl, and it is characterized by Beauty, Creativity. This name is connected to the element Fire and embodies the Intelligent, Sharp.| name | Chitra |
|---|---|
| Deity | Tvashtar (Divine Architect) |
| Ruling Planet | Mars |
| Symbol | Pearl |
| Primary Quality | Beauty, Creativity |
| Element | Fire |
| Nature | Intelligent, Sharp |
Numerology of Rakesh
Numerology for Rakesh - Number 8 (Pythagorean Numerology)
Baby Name Rakesh Numerology: Name Rakesh has a number value of 8 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) | 8 |
| Indian Vedic Numerology | 3 |
| Motivation Number | 6 |
| Destiny Number (Expression Number) | 8 |
| Inner Dream Number | 2 |
| Soul Urge Number | 6 |
| Heart's Desire Number | 6 |
| Personality Number | 2 |
Spelling & Phonetics of Rakesh
Syllables in Rakesh Name
How many syllables in baby name Rakesh? Rakesh has 2 syllables. The name "Rakesh" can be divided into 2 syllables as:
| How many syllables in Rakesh? | 2 (rakesh) |
|---|---|
| Numbers of characters: | 6 |
| Unique letters: | 6 (r, a, k, e, s, h) |
| Rakesh backwards: | hsekar |
| Rakesh sorted alphabetically: | aehkrs |
| Phonetic | |
| Spell | R-A-K-E-S-H |
| Pronunciation |
Name Rakesh is combinations of, 1 occurance of R, 1 occurance of A, 1 occurance of K, 1 occurance of E, 1 occurance of S, 1 occurance of H.
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Birthday Wishes for Rakesh
How to Wish a Happy Birthday to Rakesh
Rakesh'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 Rakesh on his big day.
Happy Birthday, Rakesh! 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!
Rakesh, 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, Rakesh! 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 Rakesh
What is the meaning of Rakesh?
Name Rakesh means Lord of the night; Lord of the full moon night; Name means Lord of Full Moon Day in Sanskrit as per The ParentZ Baby Name Finder, largest baby names list. Learn more Rakesh Name Meaning and Origin.
What is the numerology of baby name Rakesh?
Name Rakesh has numerology 3 as per The ParentZ.
What is the numerology of Rakesh?
Numerology number of Rakesh is 3 (Vedic) and 8 (Pythagorean Numerology) as per The ParentZ.
What is the lucky number of name Rakesh?
The lucky number of name Rakesh is 3 as per number numerology.
What is the length of Rakesh name?
The name Rakesh has 6 letters. The name Rakesh consists of 1 word with 6 characters.
What is the Nakshatra of Rakesh?
Name Rakesh belongs to Chitra nakshatra based on Indian Astrology or Janam Nakshatra as per the information available on The ParentZ.
Where does the name Rakesh come from?
Rakesh is a Indian name given to Boys as per The ParentZ.
What is the origin of the name Rakesh?
The name Rakesh is of Indian origin and is used within Hindu communities.
What does Rakesh mean?
Name Rakesh means Lord of the night; Lord of the full moon night; Name means Lord of Full Moon Day in Sanskrit as per The ParentZ
What does the name Rakesh mean?
Rakesh is of Indian origin and means Lord of the night; Lord of the full moon night; Name means Lord of Full Moon Day in Sanskrit as per The ParentZ
What is the meaning and origin of the baby name Rakesh?
Rakesh means Lord of the night; Lord of the full moon night; Name means Lord of Full Moon Day in Sanskrit and is a Indian name given to Boys as per The ParentZ
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What is the length of Rakesh name?
The name Rakesh consists of 6 alphabets.
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Happy Birthday, Rakesh! 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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