Sukhwinder
Sukhwinder is a Sikh unisex name of Punjabi (Sikh), from Sanskrit origin, meaning “Lord of peace”.
| Meaning | Lord of peace |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Punjabi (Sikh), from Sanskrit |
| Written as | ਸੁਖਵਿੰਦਰ |
| Pronunciation | sookh-VIN-der |
| Tradition | Sikh |
| Used in | India, Canada, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Sukhwinder
Sukhwinder joins sukh, 'peace, happiness', with inder, from Indra, king of the gods, used in Punjabi names to mean 'lord' or 'supreme'. It is usually explained as 'lord of peace' or 'chief of happiness'. The name was very common in mid-twentieth-century Punjab and is used for both sexes. The playback singer Sukhwinder Singh, known for 'Chaiyya Chaiyya', is the most famous bearer.
Is Sukhwinder a Sikh name?
Sukhwinder is a Sikh name given to boys as Sukhwinder Singh and to girls as Sukhwinder Kaur, since most Sikh names are unisex. The -inder ending is a naming element rather than a reference to worship of Indra.
How popular is Sukhwinder?
Very common in Punjab among older generations; less chosen for babies today.
Gifts with the name Sukhwinder
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- Sikh baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Sukhwinder
Names similar to Sukhwinder
More Sikh unisex names
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sukhwinder mean?
Sukhwinder means 'Lord of peace'. It is of Punjabi (Sikh), from Sanskrit origin.
Is Sukhwinder a Sikh name?
Sukhwinder is a Sikh name given to boys as Sukhwinder Singh and to girls as Sukhwinder Kaur, since most Sikh names are unisex. The -inder ending is a naming element rather than a reference to worship of Indra.
How do you pronounce Sukhwinder?
Sukhwinder is pronounced sookh-VIN-der.
Is Sukhwinder a boy or girl name?
Sukhwinder is used for both boys and girls.