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Name Origin

Hari is a masculine given name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'sun' or 'god Vishnu.' It is a popular name in Hinduism and often signifies divine light, knowledge, and spiritual awakening.

sanskrithindumasculinedivinesunvishnulightknowledgespiritual

Famous People

Hari Prasad Sharma (1952-)

Nepalese politician

  • Former Prime Minister of Nepal

Hari Kunzru (1969-)

British novelist and essayist

  • Author of novels such as 'The Impressionists' and 'Gods without Men'
  • Winner of the Commonwealth Writers' Prize

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