Indian name meaning
Dharmpal
♂ BoyDhar·mpal · 2 syllables
A protector of righteousness
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Most used by
- Hindu families
- Commonly used in
- North & Central India
- Also spelled
- Dharampal, Dharmapal
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.
Independent, original and driven — a natural starter who likes to lead rather than follow.
The letters of Dharmpal add up to 28, which reduces to 1.
About the name Dharmpal
Dharmpal is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly given in Hindu families and popular in North & Central India. It carries the meaning “A protector of righteousness.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Dharmpal has the name number 1, “The Leader.” It is also spelled Dharampal, Dharmapal.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dharmpal mean?
Dharmpal means “A protector of righteousness.” It is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin.
Is Dharmpal a boy or a girl name?
Dharmpal is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Dharmpal?
Dharmpal is of Sanskrit origin and is most commonly used in Hindu families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Dharmpal?
In the Chaldean system, Dharmpal has the name number 1, “The Leader.”
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