Devinder
Devinder is a Sikh unisex name of Punjabi (Sikh), from Sanskrit origin, meaning “Lord of the gods”.
| Meaning | Lord of the gods |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Punjabi (Sikh), from Sanskrit |
| Written as | ਦੇਵਿੰਦਰ |
| Pronunciation | day-VIN-dur |
| Tradition | Sikh, Hindu |
| Used in | India, United Kingdom, Canada |
Meaning and origin of Devinder
Devinder is the Punjabi form of Devendra, from deva, 'god', and Indra, the king of the gods, so it means 'lord of the gods'. The same name is also written Davinder or Devender according to family preference. It was very common in Punjab in the mid-twentieth century, and many Punjabis of that generation in Britain and Canada bear it. It is given mostly to boys but also to girls.
Is Devinder a Sikh name?
Devinder is used by Sikhs with Singh or Kaur, since most Sikh names are unisex; Hindu Punjabis use it too.
How popular is Devinder?
Common in Punjabi communities.
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Spellings and variants of Devinder
Names similar to Devinder
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Devinder mean?
Devinder means 'Lord of the gods'. It is of Punjabi (Sikh), from Sanskrit origin.
Is Devinder a Sikh name?
Devinder is used by Sikhs with Singh or Kaur, since most Sikh names are unisex; Hindu Punjabis use it too.
How do you pronounce Devinder?
Devinder is pronounced day-VIN-dur.
Is Devinder a boy or girl name?
Devinder is used for both boys and girls.