Narinder
Narinder is a Sikh unisex name of Punjabi, from Sanskrit origin, meaning “King of men”.
| Meaning | King of men |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Punjabi, from Sanskrit |
| Written as | ਨਰਿੰਦਰ |
| Pronunciation | nuh-RIN-der |
| Tradition | Sikh, Hindu |
| Used in | India, United Kingdom, Canada |
Meaning and origin of Narinder
Narinder is the Punjabi form of Sanskrit Narendra, 'king among men', from nara, 'man', and indra, 'chief'. It was very popular in Punjab in the mid twentieth century among both Sikhs and Hindus. Like many Punjabi names it is used for both boys and girls, with Singh or Kaur showing the gender in Sikh families. Spellings such as Narender and Narindar reflect regional pronunciations.
Is Narinder a Sikh name?
Among Sikhs, Narinder is a unisex name: a man is Narinder Singh and a woman Narinder Kaur. Hindu Punjabi families also use it.
How popular is Narinder?
Common in Punjab and the Punjabi diaspora, especially among older generations.
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Spellings and variants of Narinder
Names similar to Narinder
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Narinder mean?
Narinder means 'King of men'. It is of Punjabi, from Sanskrit origin.
Is Narinder a Sikh name?
Among Sikhs, Narinder is a unisex name: a man is Narinder Singh and a woman Narinder Kaur. Hindu Punjabi families also use it.
How do you pronounce Narinder?
Narinder is pronounced nuh-RIN-der.
Is Narinder a boy or girl name?
Narinder is used for both boys and girls.