Prahlads

Prahlads is the plural form of the Indian male given name Prahlad. It may refer to multiple individuals who share that name, particularly within India and among communities of Indian origin. The form is commonly encountered in English-language texts that list several people named Prahlad.

The given name Prahlad derives from Sanskrit Prahlāda, typically interpreted as “joyful” or “delightful.” The name is commonly transliterated as Prahlad, Prahlāda, or Prahlada, with Prahlads used when referring to more than one bearer in English.

In Hindu tradition, Prahlada (Prahlad) is a prominent devotee of Vishnu and the son of the demon king Hiranyakashipu. His story appears in the Bhagavata Purana and other scriptures. Despite his father’s persecution and various trials, Prahlad remains steadfast in devotion to Vishnu. The narrative culminates with the appearance of Vishnu in the Narasimha avatar, who defeats Hiranyakashipu. The tale is often cited as an exemplar of unwavering bhakti, or devotion, and moral perseverance.

Modern usage and cultural notes: Prahlad is a widely used given name across Indian languages, including Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati, and Punjabi, among others. Variant spellings and transliterations are common, contributing to different forms of the same root name. The plural form Prahlads appears primarily in English-language contexts to denote multiple individuals bearing the name. See also Prahlada for related variations and mythological references.