Birendra
Birendra is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Lord of warriors”.
| Meaning | Lord of warriors |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | वीरेन्द्र |
| Pronunciation | bee-REN-druh |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | Nepal, India |
Meaning and origin of Birendra
Birendra is the eastern Indian and Nepali form of Virendra, from vira, 'hero, warrior', and Indra, 'lord, chief', so it means 'chief among heroes'. King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah ruled Nepal from 1972 until his death in the 2001 royal massacre, and the name is especially associated with him there. It is also common in Bengal and Bihar.
Is Birendra a Hindu name?
Birendra is a Hindu name of heroic meaning; Indra, king of the gods in Vedic religion, here stands for 'lord' in general.
How popular is Birendra?
Common among men in Nepal and eastern India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Birendra mean?
Birendra means 'Lord of warriors'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Birendra a Hindu name?
Birendra is a Hindu name of heroic meaning; Indra, king of the gods in Vedic religion, here stands for 'lord' in general.
How do you pronounce Birendra?
Birendra is pronounced bee-REN-druh.
Is Birendra a boy or girl name?
Birendra is usually a boy name.