Harbans
Harbans is a Sikh unisex name of Punjabi (Sikh) origin, meaning “Of God's family”.
| Meaning | Of God's family |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Punjabi (Sikh) |
| Written as | ਹਰਬੰਸ |
| Pronunciation | HUR-buns |
| Tradition | Sikh |
| Used in | India, United Kingdom, Canada |
Meaning and origin of Harbans
Harbans joins Har, a name for God, with bans or vansh, 'family' or 'lineage', so it means 'belonging to God's family' or 'of the Lord's line'. It was a very common Sikh name in the early and mid-twentieth century, used for both men and women. Many older Sikh women are named Harbans Kaur. It is heard less often for babies today.
Is Harbans a Sikh name?
Harbans is a Sikh name; it expresses belonging to the household of God, and like most Sikh names it is unisex, with Singh or Kaur added.
How popular is Harbans?
Common among older Sikhs; uncommon for babies now.
Gifts with the name Harbans
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Spellings and variants of Harbans
Names similar to Harbans
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Harbans mean?
Harbans means 'Of God's family'. It is of Punjabi (Sikh) origin.
Is Harbans a Sikh name?
Harbans is a Sikh name; it expresses belonging to the household of God, and like most Sikh names it is unisex, with Singh or Kaur added.
How do you pronounce Harbans?
Harbans is pronounced HUR-buns.
Is Harbans a boy or girl name?
Harbans is used for both boys and girls.