Dharam
Dharam is a Sikh boy name of Punjabi, from Sanskrit origin, meaning “Righteousness, duty”.
| Meaning | Righteousness, duty |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Punjabi, from Sanskrit |
| Written as | ਧਰਮ |
| Pronunciation | DHUR-um |
| Tradition | Sikh, Hindu |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Dharam
Dharam is the Punjabi and Hindi form of the Sanskrit dharma, a word that covers righteousness, duty, moral law and religion. In Sikh teaching, dharam appears in the hymns of the Gurus, and Dharam Raj is the righteous judge of souls. The name is used by Sikh and Hindu families, both alone and in compounds such as Dharampal and Dharamjit. The actor Dharmendra carries a related form.
Is Dharam a Sikh name?
Dharam is used by both Sikh and Hindu families; in Sikhism Singh or Kaur follows it, and righteous living is a central teaching.
How popular is Dharam?
Common in Punjab and among Punjabi families abroad, especially in older generations.
Gifts with the name Dharam
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Spellings and variants of Dharam
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dharam mean?
Dharam means 'Righteousness, duty'. It is of Punjabi, from Sanskrit origin.
Is Dharam a Sikh name?
Dharam is used by both Sikh and Hindu families; in Sikhism Singh or Kaur follows it, and righteous living is a central teaching.
How do you pronounce Dharam?
Dharam is pronounced DHUR-um.
Is Dharam a boy or girl name?
Dharam is usually a boy name.