Avatar Name Meaning & Origin
/AH-vuh-tar/Name Origin
The term 'avatar' originates from Sanskrit, where it means 'descent' or 'manifestation'. It is used in Hindu theology to describe the earthly incarnations of deities, especially Vishnu. The word has been adopted into English and other languages to refer to a graphical representation of a user or character, especially in digital media and gaming.
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American (Global (popularized worldwide)) 74%
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Indian (Sino-Tibetan (Tibetan, Han Chinese)) 16%
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Tibetan (Tibetan) 10%
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Name Details
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Unisex
Famous People Named Avatar
James Cameron directed the film 'Avatar', which is a famous science fiction movie. The name 'Avatar' is also used in various video games and virtual worlds to describe a digital persona. In popular culture, 'Avatar' has become synonymous with a representation or embodiment of a person or idea.
Avatar Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 9
People with this name tend to be: Humanitarian, generous and compassionate.