ਵਰਿੰਦਰ

Varinder

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Varinder is a Sikh boy name of Sanskrit, via Punjabi origin, meaning “Best of lords, chief”.

MeaningBest of lords, chief
GenderBoy
OriginSanskrit, via Punjabi
Written asਵਰਿੰਦਰ
Pronunciationvuh-RIN-der
TraditionSikh, Hindu
Used inIndia, Canada, United Kingdom

Meaning and origin of Varinder

Varinder is the Punjabi form of Varindra, joining vara, 'best' or 'excellent', with indra, 'lord' or 'chief', so it is usually explained as 'the best lord'. It is part of a large family of Punjabi names ending in -inder, such as Harinder, Jasvinder and Surinder. The name is common for both boys and girls in Punjab.

Is Varinder a Sikh name?

Like most Sikh names it can be used for any child, with Singh added for a boy and Kaur for a girl; it is also used by Punjabi Hindus.

How popular is Varinder?

Common in Punjab and among Punjabi communities abroad.

Gifts with the name Varinder

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Spellings and variants of Varinder

VarindraWarinderVirenderVarinderjit

Names similar to Varinder

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Varinder mean?

Varinder means 'Best of lords, chief'. It is of Sanskrit, via Punjabi origin.

Is Varinder a Sikh name?

Like most Sikh names it can be used for any child, with Singh added for a boy and Kaur for a girl; it is also used by Punjabi Hindus.

How do you pronounce Varinder?

Varinder is pronounced vuh-RIN-der.

Is Varinder a boy or girl name?

Varinder is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.