The baby name Prashanta is a unisex name, 3 syllables long and is pronounced "pruh-SHAN-tuh".
Prashanta is Indian in Origin.
Prashanta is a unisex name of Indian origin, meaning "calm" or "peaceful". It is derived from the Sanskrit word "prashanta", which means "tranquil" or "serene". The name is often given to children born during peaceful times or to parents who wish for their child to have a calm and peaceful nature.
In Hindu mythology, Lord Vishnu is often referred to as "Prashanta", as he is known for his calm and composed nature. The name has been used in India for centuries and is still a popular choice for baby names today. It is also sometimes spelled as "Prashant" or "Prashantha".
The pronunciation of Prashanta is pruh-SHAN-tuh. The name is composed of two parts: "pra", which means "very" or "extremely" in Sanskrit, and "shanta", which means "calm" or "peaceful". The name is equally popular among both boys and girls in India and is often given as a middle name to complement a more traditional first name.