Ranbir
Ranbir is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit, via Punjabi origin, meaning “Brave warrior, hero of battle”.
| Meaning | Brave warrior, hero of battle |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Punjabi |
| Written as | रणबीर |
| Pronunciation | RUN-beer |
| Tradition | Hindu, Sikh |
| Used in | India, Canada, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Ranbir
Ranbir combines raṇa 'battle' with bīr, the Punjabi and Hindi form of vīra, 'hero'. It means 'hero in battle' and has long been used in Punjab, Haryana and Jammu. Maharaja Ranbir Singh ruled Jammu and Kashmir in the nineteenth century, and the actor Ranbir Kapoor has made the name widely familiar in recent years.
Is Ranbir a Hindu name?
Ranbir is used by both Hindu and Sikh families. Among Sikhs it is paired with Singh.
How popular is Ranbir?
Familiar in northern India and the Punjabi diaspora.
Gifts with the name Ranbir
- Ranbir name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Ranbir baby gifts (Amazon)
- Hindu baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Ranbir
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ranbir mean?
Ranbir means 'Brave warrior, hero of battle'. It is of Sanskrit, via Punjabi origin.
Is Ranbir a Hindu name?
Ranbir is used by both Hindu and Sikh families. Among Sikhs it is paired with Singh.
How do you pronounce Ranbir?
Ranbir is pronounced RUN-beer.
Is Ranbir a boy or girl name?
Ranbir is usually a boy name.