Nagpal
Sanskrit · Not verified · 2 syllables
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About the name Nagpal
Nagpal derives from Sanskrit roots: "Nag" (serpent/snake) and "Pal" (protector/guardian), literally meaning "serpent protector" or "one who guards snakes." The name is primarily used among Hindu and Sikh communities in India, particularly in Punjab and North India, with historical associations to families involved in trade, administration, or priestly functions.
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Etymology
Nagpal derives from Sanskrit roots: "Nag" (serpent/snake) and "Pal" (protector/guardian), literally meaning "serpent protector" or "one who guards snakes." The name is primarily used among Hindu and Sikh communities in India, particularly in Punjab and North India, with historical associations to families involved in trade, administration, or priestly functions.
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