Mohan

What does Mohan mean?

Mohan means ‘charming’, ‘fascinating’ or ‘attractive’ in Hindi. It comes from Sanskrit mohana, whose older senses include bewildering or enchanting, from a root associated with infatuation. Wiktionary records the Hindi given name and an epithet of Krishna. The name's familiar charm meaning follows the Hindi entry, while the Sanskrit background helps explain the broader idea of enchantment. These uses are related, but differ in emphasis.

Source: Wiktionary, मोहन. How we use sources.

Spelling and pronunciation

मोहन is read mo-han in Hindi, with two syllables and a steady long o. Sanskrit mohana retains a final vowel. Sound the h between the vowels rather than omitting it. Mohini, recorded as a feminine counterpart, is a related name with a different ending.

Mohan in tradition and story

Mohan is an epithet of Krishna as an enchanter. The same element appears in names such as Madan Mohan and Mohandas, Gandhi's given name. Sanskrit mohana also has other divine associations, including Shiva and the god of love, Kamadeva.