Infant name baby boy letter from P
Here are simple Jain-friendly baby boy names starting with the letter P, with brief meanings:
- Parshva / Parshvanath: The name of the 23rd Tirthankar; means “slayer of evil” or “one who conquered passions.”
- Prabhav: Illumination, brightness, influence.
- Prakash: Light, radiance.
- Praveen: Skilled, expert.
- Pranav: Sacred syllable or mantra (often associated with Om); a pure chant.
- Prashant: Peaceful, calm.
- Pratap: Courage, glory (note: not a Jain saint name, but a common virtuous trait; used in Jain households as well).
- Praful: Blossoming, flower.
- Punya: Merit, virtue; doing good deeds.
- Pinakin: Name of Lord Vishnu; used in Jain families as a strong, virtuous name.
- Piyush: Nectar, elixir; sweet and nourishing.
- Pankaj: Lotus; purity and beauty.
- Prahalad: Note—traditionally a Hindu king name; some Jain families use it for its virtuous sound.
- Pragyan: Wisdom, intellect.
- Purushottam: The best among beings; supreme person.
A few quick tips:
- If you want strong Jain-specific resonance, you might favor Parshva/Parshvanath (historic Tirthankar) or Punya (merit).
- In Digambar vs. Shwetambar traditions, the core meanings stay the same, but pronunciation or emphasis might vary slightly for certain names.
If you’d like, tell me the number of syllables or meaning you prefer (e.g., virtue, wisdom, courage), and I can tailor a shorter or longer list.