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Rishi

“sage, seer”

About the name Rishi

Rishi is a name of Sanskrit origin meaning ‘sage’ or ‘seer’. In Hindu tradition, a Rishi is a person who has attained a high level of spiritual knowledge and insight. The term is often used to refer to ancient sages who composed the Vedas, the oldest sacred texts of Hinduism. Rishi is a name that carries deep cultural significance and is often chosen for its spiritual connotations.

Meaning
sage, seer
Origin
Sanskrit
Gender
Boy
Pronunciation
REE-shee(2 syl.)

Variants and spellings

No common variant spellings are widely recorded.

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Middle names for Rishi

  • Rishi Raj
  • Rishi Kumar
  • Rishi Dev
  • Rishi Anil
  • Rishi Arjun

Questions about Rishi

What does Rishi mean?
Rishi is a Sanskrit name meaning "sage, seer".
How do you pronounce Rishi?
Rishi is pronounced REE-shee, with emphasis on the first syllable.

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