Mohinder
Mohinder is a Sikh unisex name of Sanskrit, via Punjabi origin, meaning “Great lord”.
| Meaning | Great lord |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Punjabi |
| Written as | ਮਹਿੰਦਰ |
| Pronunciation | MOH-hin-der |
| Tradition | Sikh, Hindu |
| Used in | India, United Kingdom, Canada |
Meaning and origin of Mohinder
Mohinder is the Punjabi form of the Sanskrit Mahendra, joining maha, 'great', with Indra, king of the gods, so it means 'great lord' or 'great Indra'. It is common among Sikhs and Punjabi Hindus, mostly for men, though Mohinder Kaur is also found. Famous bearers include cricketer Mohinder Amarnath, a hero of India's 1983 World Cup win. It is often spelled Mohinder or Mahinder.
Is Mohinder a Sikh name?
Mohinder is used by Sikh and Hindu families; in Sikh usage it is unisex with Singh or Kaur, while Hindus often read it as a title of Indra.
How popular is Mohinder?
Common among older Punjabi generations; rarer for babies today.
Gifts with the name Mohinder
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Spellings and variants of Mohinder
Names similar to Mohinder
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mohinder mean?
Mohinder means 'Great lord'. It is of Sanskrit, via Punjabi origin.
Is Mohinder a Sikh name?
Mohinder is used by Sikh and Hindu families; in Sikh usage it is unisex with Singh or Kaur, while Hindus often read it as a title of Indra.
How do you pronounce Mohinder?
Mohinder is pronounced MOH-hin-der.
Is Mohinder a boy or girl name?
Mohinder is used for both boys and girls.