Find out how popular the first name Jayveer has been for the last 9 years (from 2012 to 2020) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Jayveer by gender

Based on the last 9 years of data, Jayveer is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2020, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Jayveer.

The history of the first name Jayveer

The given name Jayveer has its origins in the Sanskrit language of ancient India. It is a compound word derived from the combination of two Sanskrit roots: 'jay' meaning victory or success, and 'veer' meaning brave or courageous. The name thus signifies a brave and victorious individual.

The earliest known usage of this name can be traced back to the medieval period in India, particularly among the warrior class or the Kshatriya caste. It was a popular name among the Rajput clans of northern and western India, who were renowned for their valor and martial prowess.

In the epic Hindu scripture, the Mahabharata, one of the central characters is named Jayveer. He was a celebrated warrior and a skilled archer, known for his bravery and loyalty. This association with a revered figure from the ancient text likely contributed to the popularity of the name.

One of the earliest recorded examples of an individual bearing the name Jayveer is Maharaja Jayveer Singh, a 16th-century ruler of the Rathor clan of Rajputs in the Marwar region of present-day Rajasthan. He was known for his military conquests and for establishing the city of Jodhpur as the capital of his kingdom.

In the 18th century, Jayveer Singh II, a ruler of the Kachwaha Rajput clan, played a significant role in the establishment of the Jaipur city and the construction of its iconic monuments, including the Hawa Mahal and the Jantar Mantar.

Another notable figure with this name was Maharaja Jayveer Singh of Bharatpur, a 19th-century ruler who led his forces in the Anglo-Maratha Wars against the British East India Company. He was renowned for his military tactics and his defense of the Bharatpur fort during the siege of 1825-1826.

In more recent times, Jayveer Choudhary was a prominent Indian freedom fighter and social reformer from Rajasthan, who participated in the Indian independence movement and worked towards the upliftment of marginalized communities.

Jayveer Singh Rathore was a celebrated Indian cricketer who played for the national team in the 1970s and 1980s. He was known for his aggressive batting style and holds the record for the highest individual score in a Ranji Trophy match.

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