Indian name meaning
Dharmendra
♂ BoyDhar·men·dra · 3 syllables
Lord of righteousness and dharma
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
- Also spelled
- Dhramender, Dharmender, Dhamender
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.
Caring, responsible and warm — a natural carer drawn to family and harmony.
The letters of Dharmendra add up to 33, which reduces to 6.
About the name Dharmendra
Dharmendra is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “Lord of righteousness and dharma.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Dharmendra has the name number 6, “The Nurturer.” It is also spelled Dhramender, Dharmender, Dhamender.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dharmendra mean?
Dharmendra means “Lord of righteousness and dharma.” It is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Dharmendra a boy or a girl name?
Dharmendra is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Dharmendra?
Dharmendra is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Dharmendra?
In the Chaldean system, Dharmendra has the name number 6, “The Nurturer.”
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