Dilbagh
Dilbagh is a Sikh boy name of Persian, via Punjabi origin, meaning “Garden of the heart”.
| Meaning | Garden of the heart |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Persian, via Punjabi |
| Written as | ਦਿਲਬਾਗ਼ |
| Pronunciation | DIL-baag |
| Tradition | Sikh |
| Used in | India, Canada, United Kingdom, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Dilbagh
Dilbagh pairs the Persian-derived Punjabi words dil, 'heart', and bāgh, 'garden'. Persian vocabulary entered Punjabi during centuries of Mughal and Sikh court culture, and garden imagery was a favourite in poetry of the time. The name was widely given to Punjabi boys in the twentieth century and is still recognised today, though it now sounds somewhat traditional.
Is Dilbagh a Sikh name?
Dilbagh is a Sikh name, normally written Dilbagh Singh. It reflects Punjabi culture rather than a specific passage of the Guru Granth Sahib.
How popular is Dilbagh?
A traditional name among Punjabi Sikhs, less common for babies today.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dilbagh mean?
Dilbagh means 'Garden of the heart'. It is of Persian, via Punjabi origin.
Is Dilbagh a Sikh name?
Dilbagh is a Sikh name, normally written Dilbagh Singh. It reflects Punjabi culture rather than a specific passage of the Guru Granth Sahib.
How do you pronounce Dilbagh?
Dilbagh is pronounced DIL-baag.
Is Dilbagh a boy or girl name?
Dilbagh is usually a boy name.