Remover of obstacles
A Sanskrit name derived from the elements 'vi' meaning 'without' and 'nayaka' meaning 'leader' or 'master', often interpreted as 'one who has no leader' or 'supreme leader'. It is a prominent epithet for the Hindu deity Ganesha, who is revered as the remover of obstacles and the god of beginnings.
About 8 boys were named Vinayak in 2025.
Indian politician and activist
Indian film critic and journalist
Indian politician from Maharashtra
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
