Lakhbir
Lakhbir is a Sikh boy name of Punjabi (Sikh) origin, meaning “Brave as a hundred thousand”.
| Meaning | Brave as a hundred thousand |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Punjabi (Sikh) |
| Written as | ਲਖਬੀਰ |
| Pronunciation | LUKH-beer |
| Tradition | Sikh |
| Used in | India, United Kingdom, Canada |
Meaning and origin of Lakhbir
Lakhbir combines lakh, the South Asian word for one hundred thousand (often used to mean 'countless'), with bir, 'brave' or 'warrior'. The sense is of courage multiplied many times over, or a hero among countless people. It follows a classic Punjabi pattern of compound names ending in -bir, alongside Jasbir, Ranbir and Sukhbir. It was particularly popular in Punjab in the mid-twentieth century.
Is Lakhbir a Sikh name?
Lakhbir is a typical Sikh name; like most Sikh first names it can be given to girls too, with Singh added for boys and Kaur for girls.
How popular is Lakhbir?
Well known among Punjabi Sikhs in India and the diaspora, more common in older generations.
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Spellings and variants of Lakhbir
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lakhbir mean?
Lakhbir means 'Brave as a hundred thousand'. It is of Punjabi (Sikh) origin.
Is Lakhbir a Sikh name?
Lakhbir is a typical Sikh name; like most Sikh first names it can be given to girls too, with Singh added for boys and Kaur for girls.
How do you pronounce Lakhbir?
Lakhbir is pronounced LUKH-beer.
Is Lakhbir a boy or girl name?
Lakhbir is usually a boy name.