Jaskaran
Jaskaran is a Sikh boy name of Punjabi (Sikh) origin, meaning “One who sings God's praise”.
| Meaning | One who sings God's praise |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Punjabi (Sikh) |
| Written as | ਜਸਕਰਨ |
| Pronunciation | JUS-kuh-run |
| Tradition | Sikh |
| Used in | India, Canada, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Jaskaran
Jaskaran combines jas, 'praise' or 'glory', with karan, 'doing' or 'one who does'. It is usually explained as 'one who praises God' or 'one who does glorious deeds'. Karan also recalls the hero Karna of the Mahabharata, so some families hear both meanings. It is a popular boy's name in Punjab and among Sikh communities in Canada and Britain. At home it is often shortened to Jas or Karan.
Is Jaskaran a Sikh name?
Jaskaran is a Sikh name; while it is mostly given to boys with Singh, it follows the Sikh pattern of names that are not strictly gendered.
How popular is Jaskaran?
A well-liked boy's name among Sikh families.
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Spellings and variants of Jaskaran
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jaskaran mean?
Jaskaran means 'One who sings God's praise'. It is of Punjabi (Sikh) origin.
Is Jaskaran a Sikh name?
Jaskaran is a Sikh name; while it is mostly given to boys with Singh, it follows the Sikh pattern of names that are not strictly gendered.
How do you pronounce Jaskaran?
Jaskaran is pronounced JUS-kuh-run.
Is Jaskaran a boy or girl name?
Jaskaran is usually a boy name.