Bipin
Bipin is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit, via Bengali origin, meaning “Forest, grove”.
| Meaning | Forest, grove |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Bengali |
| Written as | বিপিন |
| Pronunciation | BI-pin |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Nepal |
Meaning and origin of Bipin
Bipin is the eastern Indian form of the Sanskrit vipina, 'forest, wood'. The Bengali habit of turning v into b gives Bipin, and it is the usual form across Bengal, Assam and much of North India. A forest has rich associations in Hindu story as the place of sages and of Rama's exile. Well-known bearers include the freedom fighter Bipin Chandra Pal and General Bipin Rawat, India's first Chief of Defence Staff.
Is Bipin a Hindu name?
Bipin is a Hindu name drawn from nature rather than a deity; some families link it with Krishna's forest pastimes in Vrindavan, 'Vrinda's forest'.
How popular is Bipin?
Common among men in North and East India, though less often given to babies today.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bipin mean?
Bipin means 'Forest, grove'. It is of Sanskrit, via Bengali origin.
Is Bipin a Hindu name?
Bipin is a Hindu name drawn from nature rather than a deity; some families link it with Krishna's forest pastimes in Vrindavan, 'Vrinda's forest'.
How do you pronounce Bipin?
Bipin is pronounced BI-pin.
Is Bipin a boy or girl name?
Bipin is usually a boy name.