Harpal
Harpal is a Sikh boy name of Punjabi (Sikh), from Sanskrit origin, meaning “Protected by God”.
| Meaning | Protected by God |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Punjabi (Sikh), from Sanskrit |
| Written as | ਹਰਪਾਲ |
| Pronunciation | hur-PAAL |
| Tradition | Sikh |
| Used in | India, Canada, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Harpal
Harpal combines har, God, with pal, protector or protected, from Sanskrit pala. It can be read as 'God's protection' or 'one sustained by God'. The -pal ending appears in many Punjabi names, including Inderpal and Jaspal. Harpal is a long-established Sikh name, used by both Sikh and some Punjabi Hindu families.
Is Harpal a Sikh name?
A Sikh name expressing trust in God's protection; usually given to boys with Singh.
How popular is Harpal?
Common in older generations of Punjabi men.
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Spellings and variants of Harpal
Names similar to Harpal
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Harpal mean?
Harpal means 'Protected by God'. It is of Punjabi (Sikh), from Sanskrit origin.
Is Harpal a Sikh name?
A Sikh name expressing trust in God's protection; usually given to boys with Singh.
How do you pronounce Harpal?
Harpal is pronounced hur-PAAL.
Is Harpal a boy or girl name?
Harpal is usually a boy name.