Preetinder
Preetinder is a Sikh boy name of Punjabi (Sikh) origin, meaning “Lord of love”.
| Meaning | Lord of love |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Punjabi (Sikh) |
| Written as | ਪ੍ਰੀਤਇੰਦਰ |
| Pronunciation | preet-IN-der |
| Tradition | Sikh |
| Used in | India, Canada, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Preetinder
Preetinder joins preet, 'love', and inder, from Indra, the king of the gods, which in Punjabi names functions as 'lord' or 'chief'. The combination is usually read as 'lord of love' or 'supreme love'. Names ending in -inder, such as Harinder, Jasvinder and Rupinder, are very typical of Punjabi naming. It is also spelled Pritinder or Preetindar.
Is Preetinder a Sikh name?
Preetinder is mainly a Sikh name. Like most Sikh names it can be used for both sexes, with Singh or Kaur after it, though it is more often given to boys.
How popular is Preetinder?
Used by Punjabi Sikh families; less common among babies today than in earlier decades.
Gifts with the name Preetinder
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Spellings and variants of Preetinder
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Preetinder mean?
Preetinder means 'Lord of love'. It is of Punjabi (Sikh) origin.
Is Preetinder a Sikh name?
Preetinder is mainly a Sikh name. Like most Sikh names it can be used for both sexes, with Singh or Kaur after it, though it is more often given to boys.
How do you pronounce Preetinder?
Preetinder is pronounced preet-IN-der.
Is Preetinder a boy or girl name?
Preetinder is usually a boy name.