Pronunciation: [vˈɑːɡiːz] (IPA) 
The proper noun "varghese" is commonly pronounced ˈvɑːɡiːz or vahr-geeze in American English. The first syllable of the word, "var," is pronounced with an open "a" as in "car," while the second syllable, "ghese," is pronounced with a soft "g" sound followed by an "eez" sound. The spelling of the name reflects its origin from the Indian state of Kerala, where it is often spelled "Varghese" in English.
The word "Varghese" is of Indian origin and has roots in the Malayalam language of Kerala, a state in southern India. It is a given name predominantly used by Christians of Malayali origin. "Varghese" is derived from the Syriac word "Wrgisho", which means "crown" or "victorious". The name has biblical origins and is associated with St. George, the patron saint of the Syriac Orthodox Church. Over time, "Wrgisho" transformed into "Varghese" due to linguistic shifts and phonetic changes.
