Meaning of Lal
Boy; Playing; Caressing; Lovely; Beloved; Dear one; Red color; Pampered; Close to heart
Short and cute, Lal is a masculine given name and a nickname of Sanskrit origin. The name originates from the Sanskrit root word lala, meaning ‘to play’ ‘to cajole,’ ‘to desire,’ ‘to love,’ ‘to cherish,’ ‘to caress,’ ‘to favor,’ ‘to seek,’ or ‘to cherish.’ It also means ‘darling’ or ‘precious’ in Sanskrit, from the same root word lala. It is often used as a nickname for ‘a boy,’ or ‘a son.’ Additionally, Lal means ‘ruby,’ and it also refers to the red color in Hindi and Bengali. Lal also holds significance as a surname in Indian society. It is also used as an honorific title and compounded with other names–examples include Motilal and Heeralal.
Vedic Astrology for Lal
Numerology of Lal
The Seeker
Analytical, spiritual, and introspective. Names with this number are drawn to wisdom, mystery, and deeper understanding.
| Letter | L | A | L | Sum |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Value | 3 | 1 | 3 | 7 |
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