Bahadur
Bahadur is a Sikh boy name of Persian, from Turkic origin, meaning “Brave, valiant”.
| Meaning | Brave, valiant |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Persian, from Turkic |
| Written as | ਬਹਾਦਰ |
| Pronunciation | ba-HAA-dur |
| Tradition | Sikh, Muslim, Hindu |
| Used in | India, Pakistan, Nepal, Uzbekistan |
Meaning and origin of Bahadur
Bahadur came into Persian from a Mongol and Turkic word for a hero or warrior, and spread through the Mughal world as both a personal name and a title of honour. It is now an everyday word for 'brave' in Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi and Nepali. Historic bearers include the Sikh commander Banda Singh Bahadur and the last Mughal emperor, Bahadur Shah Zafar; the ninth Sikh Guru is Guru Tegh Bahadur.
Is Bahadur a Sikh name?
Bahadur is not tied to one faith: it is used by Sikh, Muslim and Hindu families, particularly in Punjab and Nepal. Among Sikhs it often appears as part of a longer name, followed by Singh.
How popular is Bahadur?
Found across South and Central Asia, more often as a middle name or title than as a modern first name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bahadur mean?
Bahadur means 'Brave, valiant'. It is of Persian, from Turkic origin.
Is Bahadur a Sikh name?
Bahadur is not tied to one faith: it is used by Sikh, Muslim and Hindu families, particularly in Punjab and Nepal. Among Sikhs it often appears as part of a longer name, followed by Singh.
How do you pronounce Bahadur?
Bahadur is pronounced ba-HAA-dur.
Is Bahadur a boy or girl name?
Bahadur is usually a boy name.