Find out how popular the first name Sanath has been for the last 11 years (from 2002 to 2012) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Sanath by gender

Based on the last 11 years of data, Sanath is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2012, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Sanath.

The history of the first name Sanath

The name Sanath is believed to have originated from Sanskrit, an ancient Indo-Aryan language that flourished in South Asia, particularly in India. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "sanatha," which means "eternal" or "everlasting." The name has been in use for centuries and holds significant cultural and spiritual significance in the Hindu tradition.

Sanath has its roots in Hindu mythology, where it is associated with the concept of eternity and the cycle of birth and rebirth. In ancient Hindu scriptures, such as the Vedas and Upanishads, the name is often mentioned in connection with the divine and the transcendent.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Sanath can be found in the ancient Hindu epic, the Mahabharata. In this epic, Sanath is mentioned as the name of a sage or a wise man who imparts spiritual knowledge to the protagonists.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Sanath. One of the most famous was Sanath Kumar Mitra (1844-1915), a Bengali writer, and philosopher who made significant contributions to the Indian Renaissance movement. Another prominent figure was Sanath Jayasuriya (born 1969), a legendary Sri Lankan cricketer who played for the national team from 1989 to 2011.

In the realm of spirituality, Sanath Nath (1903-1962) was a renowned Indian yogi and spiritual teacher who founded the Nath Sampradaya, a lineage of yogis and mystics in India. Sanath Nandi (1888-1964) was another influential figure, known for his work in promoting Indian classical music and dance.

Sanath Kumaran (born 1982) is a contemporary Indian classical dancer and choreographer who has received numerous awards and accolades for his contributions to the field of Bharatanatyam, a traditional Indian dance form.

While the name Sanath is more commonly found in the Indian subcontinent and among Hindu communities, it has transcended cultural boundaries and is used across various regions and ethnicities, carrying with it the essence of timelessness and the universal quest for spiritual enlightenment.

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