Boy • Traditional Tamil
Rishikesh
ரிஷிகேஷ்
Signature Meaning
Rishikesh is a Sanskrit-derived name commonly understood to mean “lord of the sages” or “chief of the rishis.” It is also the name of a well-known pilgrimage town in northern India, giving the name spiritual and devotional overtones. The name is used across South Asian communities and conveys a sense of wisdom and sanctity.
Quick Facts
Gender👦 Boy
OriginSanskrit
Style / Category
TraditionalSpiritualMythology
Starts withர / R
Syllables3 syllables
NumerologyNumerology is a traditional number-based interpretation. Use it as cultural guidance, not as a rule.
9· Destiny Path
Pronunciation Guide
Say it likeri-shi-KAYSH
Tamil syllablesரி-ஷி-கே-ஷ்
IPA pronunciationIPA is a phonetic notation used to show pronunciation precisely./ɾiʃiˈkeːʃ/
Other possible spellings
This name may also be written as:
ReesheekeshRisikesRishhikeshhReeseekes