Indian name meaning
Bahadur
♂ BoyBa·ha·dur · 3 syllables
Brave; courageous; a hero
- Origin
- Persian
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
Based on how often the name appears in Indian public population records. Newer, trend-driven names can rank low here even when they’re popular for today’s newborns.
Creative, sociable and optimistic — gifted with words, art and lifting the mood.
The letters of Bahadur add up to 21, which reduces to 3.
About the name Bahadur
Bahadur is a boy's name of Persian origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “Brave; courageous; a hero.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Bahadur has the name number 3, “The Expresser.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Bahadur mean?
Bahadur means “Brave; courageous; a hero.” It is a boy's name of Persian origin.
Is Bahadur a boy or a girl name?
Bahadur is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Bahadur?
Bahadur is of Persian origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Bahadur?
In the Chaldean system, Bahadur has the name number 3, “The Expresser.”
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