Jitender
Jitender is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Conqueror of the senses”.
| Meaning | Conqueror of the senses |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | जितेंद्र |
| Pronunciation | ji-TEN-der |
| Tradition | Hindu, Sikh |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Jitender
Jitender is a popular spelling of Jitendra, from jita, 'conquered', and indra. It is usually explained as 'one who has conquered the senses', since indriya means the senses, or as 'conqueror of Indra'. The name praises self-mastery, and Jitendriya is an epithet of Hanuman and of great sages. The actor Jeetendra, a Bollywood star of the 1970s and 80s, popularised a related spelling.
Is Jitender a Hindu name?
Jitender is used by Hindus and Punjabi Sikhs; it reflects the ideal of self-control found in Hindu, Jain and Sikh teaching.
How popular is Jitender?
Common in North India, especially among men born from the 1960s to the 80s.
Gifts with the name Jitender
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Spellings and variants of Jitender
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jitender mean?
Jitender means 'Conqueror of the senses'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Jitender a Hindu name?
Jitender is used by Hindus and Punjabi Sikhs; it reflects the ideal of self-control found in Hindu, Jain and Sikh teaching.
How do you pronounce Jitender?
Jitender is pronounced ji-TEN-der.
Is Jitender a boy or girl name?
Jitender is usually a boy name.