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kesar

kesar

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A name used in South Asia for people that often means saffron
  • proper noun
translation icon : Kesar
  • The name Kesar is often associated with the beautiful saffron fields of Kashmir.

Examples

  • Roerich, George N. 1942. The Epic of King Kesar of Ling. Journal of the Royal Asiatic Society of Bengal (Letters) 8(7): 277-311.

    Academic text (2016)
  • In ancient folklore, King Kesar was known for his bravery and wisdom.

  • Many stories celebrate the adventures of Kesar, the legendary hero of the Himalayas.

Surface Forms

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Etymology

Kesar as a name comes from the same Sanskrit keshara, meaning 'saffron'. So families choose Kesar to give a child a name that links them to the precious, golden spice and its beauty.