Aniket is a popular name in India and is often given to boys born during the Hindu festival of Diwali, which celebrates the return of Lord Rama from his exile. The name is associated with Lord Vishnu, who is sometimes referred to as Aniket, meaning "unconquerable" or "invincible". Aniket is also a popular name among followers of the Hare Krishna movement.
Aniket means "homeless" or "lord of the house" in Hindi. It is derived from the Sanskrit root word "niketan", which means a shelter or house. Means "homeless" in Sanskrit. Aniket is primarily used as a masculine given name in India.
The name Aniket is highly regarded in Hindu mythology as one of the many names of Lord Shiva, who is considered to be the supreme deity in Hinduism.
The name Aniket is derived from the Sanskrit word "Aniketa" which means "the abode of God" or "one who cannot be conquered". Bulgarian, Russian and Ukrainian form of Aniketos (see Anicetus). Aniket is predominantly used as a masculine name in India.