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| '''Vishal''' is a first name often found in the ] community. It is also a common adjective found in North ] languages such as ], ], and ]. The word finds its origins in the parent language of ]. In the abovementioned languages, it implies a great expanse or being wide, broad, and spacious. However, it does not directly refer to size. The meaning is more attributive to the property of being grand or great. There is no exact translation for Vishal in English. One of the few interpretations include (1) immense, (2) the unstoppable one, (3) the one who dreams impossible dreams, or (4) the one who reaches for the sky and is creative beyond all understanding. | |||
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| | name = Vishal | |||
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| | pronunciation = {{IPAc-en|v|ɪ|ʃ|ɑː|l}} | |||
| | gender = Male | |||
| | meaning = ], ], ] | |||
| | region = ] | |||
| | language = ], ], ], ] and ]. | |||
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| | alternative spelling = Vishaal, Vishaul, Visal | |||
| | nickname = Numerous, depending on context: for example, Vishu, Veesh, Vish,Vichu. | |||
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| '''Vishal''' ('''विशाल''') is a name for ]. Vishal means ], ], magnificence, prominence, and ]. The meaning is also attributive to the property of being grand. | |||
| ==Etymology== | |||
| ⚫ | It has been suggested that one of Buddha's favorite resorts, ], was named after King Vishal, a ruler during the times of Ramayana. There exists a large, but ruined fort, which is believed to be built by King Vishal. | ||
| The word ''Vishal'' finds its origins in the ancient language of ]. ''Vishal'' is also a common adjective found in North and South ] languages such as ], ], ], ] and ]. | |||
| i am vishal gay. Someone want to have sex with me call me 9890222424 i will satisfy u i like to do men and women iam proffesional 9890222424 ... | |||
| ==Religious significance== | |||
| ===Supreme consciousness=== | |||
| '''Vishalta''' (Hindi & Sanskrit: '''विशालता''') comes from the word Vishal and is a state of mind that is often embraced by different religious and spiritual leaders in India. The word embodies the ultimate state of selflessness, or belief that the body, mind, and all worldly possessions belong to God. One in a state of Vishaltha believes that the body is only a tool for carrying out the wishes of the Lord. | |||
| ===Buddhism=== | |||
| Vishal is also a ] in ]. He is the brother of the blue god, ]. | |||
| ⚫ | It has been suggested that one of Buddha's favorite resorts, ], was named after ], a ruler during the times of ]. There exists ] as well as a large, but ruined fort, which is believed to be built by King Vishal. | ||
| Commonly in America, the name Vishal is spelled 'Vishaal' in order to exaggerate the pronunciation of it | |||
| ==Related names== | |||
| *] (Hindi & Sanskrit: वैशाली) | |||
| ] (Hindi & Sanskrit: यश) - somewhat similar meaning to Vishal but not exactly | |||
| ==People with the name== | |||
| ===Industrialists and business professionals=== | |||
| *] (born 1976), Indian entrepreneur | |||
| *], Indian CEO and MD of Infosys | |||
| ===Movies, TV and entertainment=== | |||
| *] (born 1977), Indian film actor | |||
| *] (born 1965), Indian music composer | |||
| *], Indian music composer of Vishal–Shekhar | |||
| *Vishal Veeru Devgan, better known as ], Indian movie actor | |||
| *] (born 1984), Indian actor | |||
| *] (born 1978), Indian film director | |||
| *] (born 1981), Indian actor and presenter | |||
| *] (born 1974), television actor from India | |||
| *], Indian cinematographer | |||
| *] (born 1987), Indian actor and producer | |||
| ===Sports=== | |||
| *] (born 1978), British Virgin Islands cricketer | |||
| *] (born 1987), Indian cricketer | |||
| *] (born 1989), Indian cricketer | |||
| *] (born 1992), Indian footballer | |||
| *] (born 1976), Scottish field hockey player | |||
| *], Indian polo player | |||
| *] (born 1988), English cricketer | |||
| *], Cambodian footballer | |||
| ===Others=== | |||
| *], journalist, writer, photojournalist, and videographer | |||
| *] (born 1977), Indian singer | |||
| *] (born 1973), Indian academic | |||
| *] (born 1949), Indian author | |||
| *], Indian music composer and singer | |||
| *] (born 1973), Indian chess player | |||
| ==See also== | |||
| *] | |||
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Latest revision as of 07:51, 24 August 2024
Male given name
| Pronunciation | /vɪʃɑːl/ |
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| Gender | Male |
| Language(s) | Tamil, Hindi, Marathi, Telugu and Gujarati. |
| Origin | |
| Meaning | great, grandeur, unstoppable |
| Region of origin | India |
| Other names | |
| Alternative spelling | Vishaal, Vishaul, Visal |
| Nickname(s) | Numerous, depending on context: for example, Vishu, Veesh, Vish,Vichu. |
Vishal (विशाल) is a name for males. Vishal means great, grandeur, magnificence, prominence, and eminence. The meaning is also attributive to the property of being grand.
Etymology
The word Vishal finds its origins in the ancient language of Sanskrit. Vishal is also a common adjective found in North and South Indian languages such as Hindi, Tamil, Marathi, Telugu and Gujarati.
Religious significance
Supreme consciousness
Vishalta (Hindi & Sanskrit: विशालता) comes from the word Vishal and is a state of mind that is often embraced by different religious and spiritual leaders in India. The word embodies the ultimate state of selflessness, or belief that the body, mind, and all worldly possessions belong to God. One in a state of Vishaltha believes that the body is only a tool for carrying out the wishes of the Lord.
Buddhism
It has been suggested that one of Buddha's favorite resorts, Vaishali, was named after King Vishal, a ruler during the times of Ramayana. There exists several ancient buddhist monuments as well as a large, but ruined fort, which is believed to be built by King Vishal.
Related names
- Vaishali (Hindi & Sanskrit: वैशाली)
Yash (Hindi & Sanskrit: यश) - somewhat similar meaning to Vishal but not exactly
People with the name
Industrialists and business professionals
- Vishal Gondal (born 1976), Indian entrepreneur
- Vishal Sikka, Indian CEO and MD of Infosys
Movies, TV and entertainment
- Vishal (actor) (born 1977), Indian film actor
- Vishal Bhardwaj (born 1965), Indian music composer
- Vishal Dadlani, Indian music composer of Vishal–Shekhar
- Vishal Veeru Devgan, better known as Ajay Devgn, Indian movie actor
- Vishal Karwal (born 1984), Indian actor
- Vishal Mahadkar (born 1978), Indian film director
- Vishal Malhotra (born 1981), Indian actor and presenter
- Vishal Singh (TV actor) (born 1974), television actor from India
- Vishal Sinha, Indian cinematographer
- Vishnu Vishal (born 1987), Indian actor and producer
Sports
- Vishal Bharat (born 1978), British Virgin Islands cricketer
- Vishal Dabholkar (born 1987), Indian cricketer
- Vishal Joshi (born 1989), Indian cricketer
- Vishal Kumar (born 1992), Indian footballer
- Vishal Marwaha (born 1976), Scottish field hockey player
- Vishal Singh (polo player), Indian polo player
- Vishal Tripathi (born 1988), English cricketer
- Soeuy Visal, Cambodian footballer
Others
- Vishal Arora, journalist, writer, photojournalist, and videographer
- Vishal Dadlani (born 1977), Indian singer
- Vishal Garg (born 1973), Indian academic
- Vishal Mangalwadi (born 1949), Indian author
- Vishal Mishra (composer), Indian music composer and singer
- Vishal Sareen (born 1973), Indian chess player