Dinabandhu
Dinabandhu is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit, via Bengali and Odia origin, meaning “Friend of the poor and humble”.
| Meaning | Friend of the poor and humble |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Bengali and Odia |
| Written as | দীনবন্ধু |
| Pronunciation | DEE-nuh-BUN-dhoo |
| Tradition | Hindu |
| Used in | India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Dinabandhu
Dinabandhu joins Sanskrit dina, 'poor, humble, afflicted', with bandhu, 'friend' or 'kinsman', so it means 'friend of the lowly', a devotional title for God, especially Krishna or Jagannath. Gandhi famously called the English missionary C. F. Andrews Deenabandhu for his work for India's poor, and the Bengali reformer Dinabandhu Mitra wrote the play Nil Darpan. The name is used chiefly in Bengal and Odisha.
Is Dinabandhu a Hindu name?
In Hindu devotion Dinabandhu is a name of God as the protector of the helpless, often applied to Krishna and Jagannath.
How popular is Dinabandhu?
Used mostly among older generations in Bengal and Odisha.
Gifts with the name Dinabandhu
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- Hindu baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dinabandhu mean?
Dinabandhu means 'Friend of the poor and humble'. It is of Sanskrit, via Bengali and Odia origin.
Is Dinabandhu a Hindu name?
In Hindu devotion Dinabandhu is a name of God as the protector of the helpless, often applied to Krishna and Jagannath.
How do you pronounce Dinabandhu?
Dinabandhu is pronounced DEE-nuh-BUN-dhoo.
Is Dinabandhu a boy or girl name?
Dinabandhu is usually a boy name.