Mahendra is a strong and distinguished name of Hindi origin, meaning "great king" or "mighty warrior." It exudes power and leadership, making it a popular choice for baby boys. The name Mahendra has a regal and noble ring to it, evoking images of strength and authority. In New York, the name Mahendra has been moderately used over the years, with 6 occurrences in 1991. With its rich cultural heritage and powerful connotations, Mahendra is an excellent choice for parents seeking a name with depth and significance for their son.
| Mahendra of Nepal - Mahendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev was King of Nepal from 1955 to 1972 and established the Panchayat system after a royal coup in 1960. |
| Mahendra P. Lama is an Indian economist and educator who became the youngest vice chancellor of a national central university in India. |
| Mahendra Kapoor was an Indian playback singer celebrated for patriotic songs and honored with the Padma Shri in 1972. |
| Mahendra Singh is a decorated Indian Army officer who was paralysed on one side of his body during an operation. |
| Mahendra Singh Mahra is an Indian politician and agriculturist who served in Parliament and as Uttarakhand's agriculture minister. |
| Mahendra Narayan Nidhi was a Nepali politician and Gandhian leader who championed peaceful democracy and served as a minister after the 1990 revolution. |
| Mahendra Veeren Nagamootoo is a former Guyana and West Indies cricketer of Tamil Indo-Guyanese heritage. |