Mahavir
Meaning of Mahavir
Mahavir is a strong and powerful name for baby boys. It has its origins in Sanskrit, where "maha" means great or mighty, and "vir" means hero or brave. This name holds great significance in Jainism, as Mahavira is the title given to the 24th and last Tirthankara (spiritual teacher) of this ancient Indian religion. Mahavir is pronounced as mah-HAH-veer (/mɑːˈhɑː.vɪər/), and it has variations such as Mahavira. Despite being a less common choice, Mahavir has been steadily gaining popularity in recent years. In 2018, there were five occurrences of this name in the United States of America, ranking at 12,141. With its rich history and meaning, Mahavir is an excellent choice for parents seeking a distinctive and meaningful name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
- Pronunced as mah-HAH-veer (/mɑːˈhɑː.vɪər/)
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Notable People Named Mahavir
| Mahavir Singh Phogat is an Indian amateur wrestler, senior Olympics coach, and politician, known for training and being the father of the Phogat sisters, and inspiring the Hindi biographical film Dangal. |
| Mahavir Singh Rathore was an Indian revolutionary and independence fighter known for his involvement in the escape of Bhagat Singh, Batukeshwar Dutt, and Durgawati Devi, and his participation in the hunger strike of 1933 before his death. |
| Justice Mahavir Singh (1920–1997) was an esteemed Indian justice, known for his contributions to law and social reform in India. |
