What Does the Name Rakesh Mean
The name Rakesh comes from Indian roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Rakesh below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Rakesh Name Meaning
Indian, Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati, Punjabi, Kannada, Malayalam, Tamil, TeluguMeans "lord of the full moon" from Sanskrit राका (raka) meaning "full moon" and ईश (isha) meaning "lord, ruler".
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