Joban
Joban is a Sikh unisex name of Punjabi, from Sanskrit origin, meaning “Youth, bloom of youth”.
| Meaning | Youth, bloom of youth |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Punjabi, from Sanskrit |
| Written as | ਜੋਬਨ |
| Pronunciation | JOH-bun |
| Tradition | Sikh |
| Used in | India, Canada |
Meaning and origin of Joban
Joban is the Punjabi and Hindi word for youth or the prime of life, from Sanskrit yauvana. It appears often in Punjabi folk songs and poetry, where it describes youthful vigour and beauty. As a given name it is used by Sikh families, most often for boys and sometimes in compounds such as Jobanpreet or Jobanjeet. Its sense of youthful energy makes it a hopeful choice for a newborn.
Is Joban a Sikh name?
Joban is used by Sikh families; it is a poetic word rather than a scriptural name, and Singh or Kaur would follow.
How popular is Joban?
An uncommon but growing name among Punjabi Sikh families.
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Spellings and variants of Joban
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Joban mean?
Joban means 'Youth, bloom of youth'. It is of Punjabi, from Sanskrit origin.
Is Joban a Sikh name?
Joban is used by Sikh families; it is a poetic word rather than a scriptural name, and Singh or Kaur would follow.
How do you pronounce Joban?
Joban is pronounced JOH-bun.
Is Joban a boy or girl name?
Joban is used for both boys and girls.