Boy Name Indian · Sanskrit

Bankim

Pronunciation /BANK-im/

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“Crescent”

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Bankim's Numerology

Free

The Expression (Destiny) number, calculated from the letters of Bankim.

5
The Free Spirit
Keyword: Freedom
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GenderBoy
OriginSanskrit
Starting soundBa
Numerology5 · The Free Spirit
Name-based RashiDhanu (Sagittarius)
Traditional gemstoneYellow Sapphire
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B → Dhanu (Sagittarius)
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Meaning of Bankim

Bankim is a boy name of Sanskrit origin, popular among Indian families. It means “Crescent; Lord Krishna; Curved”.

Bankim's Style

Sanskrit Indian Timeless Medium Boy

Bankim at a Glance

Popularity
38/100
Modern Style
50/100
Uniqueness
62/100
Pronunciation
88/100

Bankim is a uncommon, easy to pronounce name with a balanced character.

Bankim Popularity Graph

🇮🇳 India · rank by year (#1 = most popular)

#80#140#2002015201920232026
Status
Uncommon
Direction
↓ Falling
Est. Position
~#200

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Ban Bank Bany Banki

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Bankim Name Profile

MeaningCrescent
OriginIndian · Sanskrit
GenderBoy Name
First LetterB
Letters6
Syllables2
Baby Name Spot Popularity Score38/100

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