Alok

The name Alok is a masculine name of Indian origin. It can be translated as 'the Radiant' or 'the Divine Light'.

What does the name Alok mean?

Alok is a masculine first name that comes from India. The direct translation is 'the Radiant' or 'the Divine Light'. The name traces back to the Sanskrit word alok (आलोक), which stands for 'light', 'brightness', and 'glow'. Sometimes, the name is also used as an expression of victory.

Where does the name Alok come from?

The name Alok has its roots in Sanskrit and means 'the Radiant'. It is derived from the Sanskrit word alok (आलोक), which means 'light', 'brightness', and 'glow'. The name is common in Hindi and Indian languages.

How do you pronounce Alok?

The name Alok has a two-syllable and compact structure. In German pronunciation, it is typically rendered as 'A-lok' [ˈa.lɔk], starting with an open A sound and ending in a clear consonant cluster. The short, concise sound profile conveys a sense of clarity and determination – simple, powerful, and with a calm, focused presence.

Popularity

In Germany, Alok is a rather rare first name. It has not yet found a place in the German name popularity charts. In Austria, it reached its best ranking in 2006 at position 1,106 in the name charts. From 1984 to 2024, Alok was used as a first name in Austria fewer than 10 times, placing it at position 6,220. In the last ten years, no child has been given this name.

Famous people

• Alok Achkar Peres Petrill (Brazilian DJ and music producer)
• Alok Nath (Indian actor)