Varinder
Varinder is a Sikh boy name of Sanskrit, via Punjabi origin, meaning “Best of lords, chief”.
| Meaning | Best of lords, chief |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Punjabi |
| Written as | ਵਰਿੰਦਰ |
| Pronunciation | vuh-RIN-der |
| Tradition | Sikh, Hindu |
| Used in | India, 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
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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.