Baljinder
Baljinder is a Sikh unisex name of Punjabi (Sikh), from Sanskrit origin, meaning “Mighty lord”.
| Meaning | Mighty lord |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Punjabi (Sikh), from Sanskrit |
| Written as | ਬਲਜਿੰਦਰ |
| Pronunciation | bul-JIN-der |
| Tradition | Sikh |
| Used in | India, United Kingdom, Canada |
Meaning and origin of Baljinder
Baljinder is built from bal, 'strength', and jinder, a Punjabi form related to Indra, the old Sanskrit word for a lord or chief, so it is usually explained as 'mighty lord' or 'God of strength'. Names ending in -inder or -jinder are extremely common among Sikhs, such as Harjinder and Sukhjinder. In everyday life many bearers go by the short form Jinder or Billa.
Is Baljinder a Sikh name?
Baljinder is a Sikh name used for both sexes; Baljinder Singh and Baljinder Kaur are equally familiar. It refers to God's strength rather than to the Vedic god Indra.
How popular is Baljinder?
Very common among Punjabi Sikhs born from the 1950s to the 1980s; less common for babies now.
Gifts with the name Baljinder
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Spellings and variants of Baljinder
Names similar to Baljinder
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Baljinder mean?
Baljinder means 'Mighty lord'. It is of Punjabi (Sikh), from Sanskrit origin.
Is Baljinder a Sikh name?
Baljinder is a Sikh name used for both sexes; Baljinder Singh and Baljinder Kaur are equally familiar. It refers to God's strength rather than to the Vedic god Indra.
How do you pronounce Baljinder?
Baljinder is pronounced bul-JIN-der.
Is Baljinder a boy or girl name?
Baljinder is used for both boys and girls.