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Pankaj

पंकज

“Lotus”

Pankaj is derived from the Sanskrit words 'panka' (mud) and 'ja' (born), literally meaning 'born of mud'. It refers to the lotus flower, which blooms beautifully despite growing in muddy water, symbolizing purity and detachment in Hindu philosophy.

BoySanskrit☾ Kanya · Virgo✶ Uttara PhalguniPythagorean no. 8 · The Achiever2 syllables

Pankaj in Indian languages

Hindi / Marathiपंकज

Bengaliপংকজ

Punjabiਪਂਕਜ

Gujaratiપંકજ

Odiaପଂକଜ

Teluguపంకజ

Kannadaಪಂಕಜ

Malayalamപംകജ

Pythagorean numerology 8 · The Achiever — in this tradition, the number is associated with traits such as ambitious, confident, capable and goal-oriented.

Kanya rashi · Virgo — element Earth, ruled by Mercury. Common naming sounds include Pa, Pi, Pu, Sha, Na and Tha.

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