Babur
pronounced /Ba-bu-r/
From a Persian word meaning tiger. This was the nickname of Zahir ud-D the 16th-century founder of the Mughal Empire in India.
About the name
Babur is a traditional Urdu boy name meaning 'From a Persian word meaning tiger. This was the nickname of Zahir ud-D the 16th-century founder of the Mughal Empire in India'.
Frequently Asked Questions about Babur
- What is the meaning of the name Babur?
- Babur means "From a Persian word meaning tiger. This was the nickname of Zahir ud-D the 16th-century founder of the Mughal Empire in India.". It is a traditional boy name of Urdu origin.
- What is the Rashi (zodiac sign) for Babur?
- The Rashi (zodiac sign) for Babur is Vrishabha.
- What is the Nakshatra and Pada for Babur?
- The Nakshatra for Babur is Rohini.
- How is Babur written in Hindi and Gujarati scripts?
- हिन्दी (Devanagari): बबुर · ગુજરાતી (Gujarati): બબુર
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