The one who dispels darkness
Derived from the Sanskrit name Gautama, it is composed of 'gáu' meaning 'bright light' or 'ox/cow' and 'tamas' meaning 'darkness'. It is most famously associated with Siddhartha Gautama, the spiritual leader who became the Buddha. The name symbolizes the journey toward enlightenment and the removal of ignorance.
Less common today
Gautham isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,347 in 2015.
Indian film director and screenwriter
Indian film actor
Protagonist in the film 'Nannaku Prematho' · Nannaku Prematho
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
