Gobind
Gobind is a masculine given name of Indian origin. It is a variant of Govind or Govinda, derived from Sanskrit elements go, meaning “cow,” and vinda, meaning “to please” or “to find.” The name is commonly interpreted as referring to Krishna or Vishnu and has been used in Hindu and Sikh communities for centuries. Spelling variants include Gobind, Govind, Govinda, and Gobinder, differing by language and regional pronunciation.
Notable bearers of the name include Guru Gobind Singh (1666–1708), the tenth Sikh Guru, who played a
In contemporary usage, Gobind remains a common given name among Punjabi and Hindi-speaking communities in India