Virender
Virender is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit, via Punjabi and Hindi origin, meaning “Lord of the brave”.
| Meaning | Lord of the brave |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit, via Punjabi and Hindi |
| Written as | वीरेंद्र |
| Pronunciation | vee-REN-der |
| Tradition | Hindu, Sikh |
| Used in | India |
Meaning and origin of Virender
Virender is the North Indian and Punjabi form of Virendra, from vira 'hero' and Indra, the king of the gods, so it means 'chief among heroes'. It is common in Punjab, Haryana and Delhi among both Hindus and Sikhs. A famous bearer is the cricketer Virender Sehwag.
Is Virender a Hindu name?
Virender is used by both Hindu and Sikh families; among Sikhs it is usually followed by Singh, and the Punjabi form Varinder can be used for girls with Kaur.
How popular is Virender?
Common in North India, especially among adults.
Gifts with the name Virender
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Virender mean?
Virender means 'Lord of the brave'. It is of Sanskrit, via Punjabi and Hindi origin.
Is Virender a Hindu name?
Virender is used by both Hindu and Sikh families; among Sikhs it is usually followed by Singh, and the Punjabi form Varinder can be used for girls with Kaur.
How do you pronounce Virender?
Virender is pronounced vee-REN-der.
Is Virender a boy or girl name?
Virender is usually a boy name.