Jasvir Kaur is a common Punjabi feminine name borne by several notable Indian women, particularly in the fields of sport, politics, literature and public service. The name combines the Persian-origin element Jasvir, often interpreted as "brave" or "victorious", with the Sikh honorific Kaur ("princess"), which is traditionally adopted by Sikh women following the institution of the Khalsa by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699.
| Name | Jasvir Kaur |
|---|---|
| Origin | Punjabi / Sikh |
| Meaning | "Brave" or "victorious" (Jasvir) + "princess" (Kaur) |
| Religious context | Sikhism |
| Common regions | Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, and the Sikh diaspora |
| Variant spellings | Jaswir Kaur, Jasweer Kaur, Jasbir Kaur |
The given name Jasvir is derived from the Sanskrit and Persian roots jas (fame, glory) and vir (warrior, hero), and is used for both men and women in Punjabi-speaking communities. When used as a feminine name, it is paired with Kaur, the surname instituted at the founding of the Khalsa to give Sikh women a common identity independent of caste-based family names. The masculine equivalent typically pairs Jasvir with Singh.
As multiple individuals share this name, references to "Jasvir Kaur" are usually disambiguated by profession, place of work, or constituency.
The widespread use of the name reflects naming conventions established within the Sikh tradition. Following baptism into the Khalsa or at the time of the Naam Karan ceremony at a gurdwara, a girl is given a name selected by opening the Guru Granth Sahib at random, with the first letter of the hymn on the left-hand page determining the initial of the chosen name. Names beginning with "J" such as Jasvir, Jaswant, Jagjit and Jasmeet are accordingly common.
General references on Sikh naming conventions and Punjabi onomastics, including publications of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee and standard works on Sikh history and tradition.