Ketan
KAY-tan
Ketan is a boy’s name of Hindi origin, meaning “Derived from the Sanskrit word "ketu", meaning "flag" or "banner", often relating to a leader.”, and peaked in popularity in 1980.
What Ketan Means
“Derived from the Sanskrit word "ketu", meaning "flag" or "banner", often relating to a leader.”
The Story of Ketan
Imagine a name that has unfurled like a victorious banner across centuries. That's Ketan.
Ketan originates from the Sanskrit word 'ketu,' meaning 'flag' or 'banner.' In ancient traditions, 'ketu' also referred to a flame or a luminous point, often associated with divine knowledge and spiritual illumination.
When you hear Ketan, you sense a natural charisma and a determined spirit for your son. This is a name for a leader, one who carries vision and conviction, inspiring others to follow his confident path.
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Numerology
The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#20 in 1980
Total Births
352
First Recorded
1970
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