Srikanth (also transliterated as Sreekanth or Shrikanth) is a common Indian masculine given name of Sanskrit origin. In Hindu scriptural usage, Śrīkaṇṭha functions primarily as an epithet of the deity Vishnu. The name combines Sree, a reference to the goddess Mahalakshmi, with kanth, a Sanskrit term meaning "husband" or "consort." The compound therefore denotes Vishnu in his identity as the consort of Lakshmi.
| Type | Given name |
|---|---|
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Gender | Masculine |
| Meaning | Consort of Sree (Lakshmi); an epithet of Vishnu |
| Variants | Sreekanth, Shrikanth, Srikkanth |
| Region | Used across India, particularly in southern states |
The name is formed from two Sanskrit elements:
Together, the compound Śrīkaṇṭha identifies the bearer with Vishnu, the consort of Lakshmi.
In the Hindu tradition, Vishnu is one of the three principal deities of the Trimurti, the trinity of major gods. Within this framework:
As an epithet associated with Vishnu, the name carries devotional significance for adherents of Vaishnavism.
The name is shared by several public figures, particularly in Indian cinema and sport. Disambiguation is commonly made by year of birth or by industry.
As both a theophoric name rooted in Vaishnava theology and a widely used personal name in modern India, Srikanth functions in two registers: as a religious epithet preserved in scripture, and as a contemporary given name borne by individuals across cinema, sport and public life. Its multiple transliterations reflect regional pronunciation conventions across Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and other Indian languages.