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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Little lamp; a kindler of light
- Origin
- Sanskrit (via Hindi)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- DEE-pak
Deepak is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin, which came into English through Hindi. It means "little lamp" or "a kindler of light." It's pronounced DEE-pak, and it has a worldly feel.
Meaning & Origin of Deepak
Meaning: Little lamp; a kindler of light.
Origin: Sanskrit (via Hindi).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Deepak
DEE-pakIPA /ˈdiːpæk/
Popularity of Deepak
In the U.S., Deepak peaked at #2071 in 1980, when 26 babies were given the name. By 2013, the latest year in the 1965-2013 data, it had slipped to #7659 with 10 babies.
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FAQ
What does the name Deepak mean?
Little lamp; a kindler of light. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Deepak?
Deepak is pronounced DEE-pak (IPA: /ˈdiːpæk/).
Is Deepak a popular name right now?
Deepak peaked at #2071 in 1980 and is ranked #7659 as of 2013. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1965–2013.)
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