Partap
Partap is a Sikh boy name of Sanskrit, via Punjabi origin, meaning “Glory, splendour, majesty”.
| Meaning | Glory, splendour, majesty |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Punjabi |
| Written as | ਪਰਤਾਪ |
| Pronunciation | pur-TAAP |
| Tradition | Sikh, Hindu |
| Used in | India, Canada, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Partap
Partap is the Punjabi form of the Sanskrit pratap, meaning glory, majesty or radiant power. The Hindi form Pratap is famous from Maharana Pratap, the sixteenth-century Rajput ruler of Mewar who resisted the Mughals. In Punjab the name is common among Sikhs, as in Partap Singh Kairon, an early Chief Minister of Punjab. The variant spelling Partab is also found, especially in older British records.
Is Partap a Sikh name?
Partap is used by both Sikh and Hindu families; among Sikhs it is completed with Singh. It celebrates honour and strength rather than a specific religious figure.
How popular is Partap?
An established, somewhat traditional name in Punjab and North India.
Gifts with the name Partap
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Spellings and variants of Partap
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Partap mean?
Partap means 'Glory, splendour, majesty'. It is of Sanskrit, via Punjabi origin.
Is Partap a Sikh name?
Partap is used by both Sikh and Hindu families; among Sikhs it is completed with Singh. It celebrates honour and strength rather than a specific religious figure.
How do you pronounce Partap?
Partap is pronounced pur-TAAP.
Is Partap a boy or girl name?
Partap is usually a boy name.