Dalveer
Dalveer is a Sikh boy name of Punjabi (Sikh) origin, meaning “Hero of the army”.
| Meaning | Hero of the army |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Punjabi (Sikh) |
| Written as | ਦਲਵੀਰ |
| Pronunciation | dul-VEER |
| Tradition | Sikh |
| Used in | India, Canada, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Dalveer
Dalveer joins dal, 'army, troop', with vir, 'brave one', to mean a hero among the troops. Dal has a special place in Sikh history through the Dal Khalsa, the eighteenth-century confederation of Sikh fighting bands. The name is spelled Dalvir or Dalveer and has been used in Punjab for generations. The variant Dalbir reflects the common Punjabi shift between v and b, and both forms are pronounced in much the same way.
Is Dalveer a Sikh name?
Dalveer is a Sikh name echoing the Khalsa's martial heritage; boys carry Singh after it. It is mostly given to boys.
How popular is Dalveer?
An established Sikh name, more common among older generations than for babies today.
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Spellings and variants of Dalveer
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dalveer mean?
Dalveer means 'Hero of the army'. It is of Punjabi (Sikh) origin.
Is Dalveer a Sikh name?
Dalveer is a Sikh name echoing the Khalsa's martial heritage; boys carry Singh after it. It is mostly given to boys.
How do you pronounce Dalveer?
Dalveer is pronounced dul-VEER.
Is Dalveer a boy or girl name?
Dalveer is usually a boy name.