boy · Sanskrit

Ashwin

/A-shwin/

Meaning: Light, cavalry star

Ashwin at a glance

Meaning: Light, cavalry star
Origin: Sanskrit
Religion: Hindu
Gender: boy
Pronunciation: A-shwin
Syllables: 2
Popularity: classic
Variants & Spellings: Ashween, Ashwinah, Ashwino, Ashweena, Ashweenie, Ashwee

Lucky details for Ashwin

Number: 4
Color: Electric Blue
Stone: Blue Sapphire
Flower: Hydrangea
Day: Saturday
Planet: Uranus
Zodiac: Aquarius
Metal: Lead

Ashwin is a Sanskrit name meaning “light, cavalry star”. Parents choose Ashwin for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with practical, inventive, quietly unconventional. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Ashwin reduce to 4, a number linked with Uranus and with people who are reliable, systematic, brilliant at building things that last.

Numerology

Chaldean value 4 — Practical, inventive, quietly unconventional.

Personality

Practical, inventive, quietly unconventional

Positive Traits

Reliable, systematic, brilliant at building things that last

Negative Traits

Resists sudden change and can be blunt when rushed

Career Suggestions

Engineering, technology, architecture, logistics, research

Nicknames

Ashi Ashw Ashy Asy

Middle Names

Aarav Ameetah Ashweenah

Sibling Names

Aanya Adveek Anjaly Charve

Compatible Names

Aarav Aariah Akshei Aneeketah Arneh Cheerrag

FAQs about the name Ashwin

What does the name Ashwin mean?

Ashwin means “light, cavalry star” and comes from a Sanskrit root.

Is Ashwin a boy or girl name?

Ashwin is most often used as a boy name today.

How do you pronounce Ashwin?

Ashwin is pronounced A-shwin (2 syllables).

What is the lucky number for Ashwin?

The lucky number for Ashwin is 4, ruled by Uranus.

What are good nicknames for Ashwin?

Popular short forms include Ashi, Ashw, Ashy, Asy.