"powerful warrior, mighty force"
Zorawar
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The mighty warrior — Punjabi power with legendary history
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"strong and excellent"
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Zorawar derives from the Punjabi and Sanskrit elements 'zoram' or 'zor' (Persian/Arabic for 'force, power') and 'war' (Sanskrit 'vara' meaning 'strong, excellent'). Together they mean 'powerful warrior' or 'mighty force.' The name has deep roots in Punjabi and Sikh warrior tradition, where names celebrating strength and military virtue were common.
Zorawar is used primarily in Punjabi Sikh and Hindu communities, particularly in the Punjab region of India and Pakistan. General Zorawar Singh Kahluria (1784-1841), a celebrated Dogra general who expanded the Sikh Empire's territory, made the name legendary in northern India.
General Zorawar Singh Kahluria is one of the most celebrated military figures in Dogra and Sikh history, conquering Ladakh and Baltistan for the Sikh Empire. His name became synonymous with military prowess and bravery. The name carries strong warrior-class associations in Punjabi culture.
Historical Record
Zorawar first appeared in US Social Security records in 2013.
Over 421 babies have been named Zorawar in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Zorawar is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #1,720 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- General Zorawar Singh Kahluria conquered Ladakh for the Sikh Empire, earning fame as the 'Napoleon of India'
- The name combines Persian/Arabic 'zor' (power) with Sanskrit 'vara' (excellent)
- Zorawar is one of the distinctive names of the Dogra warrior clans of the western Himalayan region
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Zorawar Singh
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Zorawar Singh Kahluria
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1784
Legendary Dogra general who served the Sikh Empire and conquered Ladakh, Baltistan, and Tibet — called the 'Napoleon of ...
Legendary Dogra general who served the Sikh Empire and conquered Ladakh, Baltistan, and Tibet — called the 'Napoleon of India'
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #1,720
- Total SSA Count
- 97
- Cultural Origins
- Punjabi Sikh Indian Pakistani
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
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About the Name Zorawar
Zorawar is a boy name with Punjabi, Sikh, Indian, and Pakistani origins . The name means "powerful warrior, mighty force" in Punjabi/Sanskrit-Persian .
Zorawar is currently ranked #1,720 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Zorawar has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Zorawar include Zora and Zorey. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Zorawar include Zoravar . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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