Sukhbir
Sukhbir is a Sikh boy name of Punjabi (Sikh), from Sanskrit origin, meaning “Brave and peaceful”.
| Meaning | Brave and peaceful |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Punjabi (Sikh), from Sanskrit |
| Written as | ਸੁਖਬੀਰ |
| Pronunciation | sookh-BEER |
| Tradition | Sikh |
| Used in | India, Canada, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Sukhbir
Sukhbir joins sukh, 'peace, happiness, comfort', with bir (from Sanskrit vira), 'brave hero'. The name pairs inner contentment with courage, a balance prized in Sikh tradition. It became popular in Punjab in the mid-twentieth century. Well-known bearers include the politician Sukhbir Singh Badal and the singer Sukhbir. In everyday life it is often shortened to Sukh or Sukhi.
Is Sukhbir a Sikh name?
Sukhbir is a Sikh name; as with most Sikh names it can be given to boys or girls, with Singh following for a boy and Kaur for a girl. Sukh, peace, is a recurring word in Gurbani, the Sikh scriptures.
How popular is Sukhbir?
Common in Punjab and among Punjabi Sikh families abroad, chiefly for boys.
Gifts with the name Sukhbir
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Spellings and variants of Sukhbir
Names similar to Sukhbir
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sukhbir mean?
Sukhbir means 'Brave and peaceful'. It is of Punjabi (Sikh), from Sanskrit origin.
Is Sukhbir a Sikh name?
Sukhbir is a Sikh name; as with most Sikh names it can be given to boys or girls, with Singh following for a boy and Kaur for a girl. Sukh, peace, is a recurring word in Gurbani, the Sikh scriptures.
How do you pronounce Sukhbir?
Sukhbir is pronounced sookh-BEER.
Is Sukhbir a boy or girl name?
Sukhbir is usually a boy name.