BoyClassic

Abhishek

/AB-hi-shek/

Royal anointing, blessing

What does Abhishek mean?

Abhishek means a royal anointing ceremony — historic + popular in India.

Origin

Sanskrit

Religious / cultural tradition

Hindu

Variations

Abhishek

Nicknames

Abhi

Sibling name ideas

Boys

Arjun
Aarav
Krishna

Girls

Aishwarya
Aanya
Diya

More boy names like Abhishek

ArjunBright, shining, silver, peacock AaravPeaceful, calm, wise VihaanDawn, morning, first ray of sun ReyanshRay of light, first ray of sun, part of Vishnu AryanNoble, honourable VeerBrave, warrior, hero

Meanings + cultural notes are educational summaries reflecting common scholarly + linguistic interpretations. Spellings, meanings + pronunciations can vary by region + family tradition.