Inderpal
Inderpal is a Sikh boy name of Punjabi (Sikh), from Sanskrit origin, meaning “Protected by Indra; protector”.
| Meaning | Protected by Indra; protector |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Punjabi (Sikh), from Sanskrit |
| Written as | ਇੰਦਰਪਾਲ |
| Pronunciation | in-der-PAHL |
| Tradition | Sikh, Hindu |
| Used in | India, United Kingdom, Canada |
Meaning and origin of Inderpal
Inderpal joins Inder, from Indra, king of the gods, with pal, 'protector, guardian', from Sanskrit pala. It can be read as 'protector like Indra' or 'one protected by Indra'. The -pal ending is common in Punjabi names such as Harpal and Jaspal. Inderpal is used in both Sikh and Hindu Punjabi families and is sometimes given to girls among Sikhs.
Is Inderpal a Sikh name?
Inderpal is a Punjabi name used by Sikhs and Hindus. In Sikh families it is completed with Singh, or with Kaur if given to a girl.
How popular is Inderpal?
Common among Punjabis, particularly of older generations.
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Spellings and variants of Inderpal
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Inderpal mean?
Inderpal means 'Protected by Indra; protector'. It is of Punjabi (Sikh), from Sanskrit origin.
Is Inderpal a Sikh name?
Inderpal is a Punjabi name used by Sikhs and Hindus. In Sikh families it is completed with Singh, or with Kaur if given to a girl.
How do you pronounce Inderpal?
Inderpal is pronounced in-der-PAHL.
Is Inderpal a boy or girl name?
Inderpal is usually a boy name.