Charaka
ch(a)-ra-ka
Origin:Indian
Meaning:Wanderer, traveler
Charaka is a boy's name for a little one who is always searching for more knowledge and understanding. This masculine moniker's most well-known bearer was Charaka, an Indian physician who practiced Ayurveda, traditional Indian medicine. Charaka authored the Charaka-samhita, a foundational text in Ayurvedic approaches and practices. Etymologically, Charaka translates to "wanderer" or "traveler," perhaps representing the idea that through learning and discovery, new levels of wisdom can be reached. Whether your Charaka develops an interest in medicine or a completely different field, their curiosity will help them achieve great things.
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Wisdom Library, Charaka Samhita (English translation), November 2024
Wisdom Library, Charak: 2 definitions, August 2024
Britannica, Charaka-samhita, Indian medical text, August 2014
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