Abhiman as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Abhiman

What is the meaning of the name Abhiman ?

The baby name Abhiman is a Male name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced {'ipa': '/ə.bʰiˈmaːn/', 'respelling': "uh-bhi-MAAN (bh = aspirated b; final 'aa' as in 'father')"}.

Abhiman is Sanskrit in Origin.

Abhiman is a masculine given name of Sanskrit origin, from abhi- "toward, upon" + mana/māna "regard, measure; esteem," yielding abhimāna - "self-respect, pride, sense of self." In classical Sanskrit and later devotional and philosophical texts, abhimāna can denote both dignified self-regard and egoistic pride, a duality that gives the name depth; in Bengali usage (obhiman) it often shades toward "hurt pride" or "affectionate sulk."

Used across India and Nepal, the name rose to wider visibility in the 20th century alongside modern Indian-language literature and cinema (e.g., spellings mirroring Abhimaan). Common variants and transliterations include Abhimaan, Abhimān (IAST), Abhimana, and Bengali Obhiman; Abhi serves as a familiar nickname. While primarily masculine, it may appear unisex in some communities. The name appeals to parents seeking a balance of dignity, self-worth, and emotional sensitivity embedded in a pan-Indic linguistic heritage.