Satwinder
Satwinder is a Sikh unisex name of Punjabi (Sikh) origin, meaning “Lord of truth”.
| Meaning | Lord of truth |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Punjabi (Sikh) |
| Written as | ਸਤਵਿੰਦਰ |
| Pronunciation | SUT-win-der |
| Tradition | Sikh |
| Used in | India, United Kingdom, Canada |
Meaning and origin of Satwinder
Satwinder joins sat, 'truth', the word that opens the Sikh Mool Mantar as Satnam, with -inder, from Indra, meaning 'lord'. It is generally explained as 'lord of truth' or 'true God'. It is a common Sikh name, used for women as Satwinder Kaur and for men as Satwinder Singh. The singer Satwinder Bugga is a well-known bearer.
Is Satwinder a Sikh name?
Satwinder is a Sikh name echoing Sat, 'truth', a central word for God in Sikh scripture; it is unisex with Singh or Kaur added.
How popular is Satwinder?
Common among Sikhs born in the mid to late twentieth century.
Gifts with the name Satwinder
- Satwinder name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Satwinder baby gifts (Amazon)
- Sikh baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Satwinder
Names similar to Satwinder
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Satwinder mean?
Satwinder means 'Lord of truth'. It is of Punjabi (Sikh) origin.
Is Satwinder a Sikh name?
Satwinder is a Sikh name echoing Sat, 'truth', a central word for God in Sikh scripture; it is unisex with Singh or Kaur added.
How do you pronounce Satwinder?
Satwinder is pronounced SUT-win-der.
Is Satwinder a boy or girl name?
Satwinder is used for both boys and girls.