Himmat

Origin

Sanskrit origin, from the word हिम्मत (himmat), meaning 'courage' or 'bravery'. While primarily used in South Asian contexts, 'Himmat' has gained recognition among Indian and Pakistani communities in Australia. It does not have roots in Aboriginal or Māori languages.

Meaning

Literal translation is 'courage' or 'determination'. In Australian English contexts, 'Himmat' is regarded as a name symbolising strength of character and resilience.

Pronunciation

/hɪˈmæt/ (hih-MAHT) — stress on the second syllable, common in Australian English pronunciation for non-native speakers of South Asian languages, maintaining the original pronunciation.

Variants & Nicknames

Name Days

• 15 August (India's Independence Day, celebrating freedom and patriotism in Indian communities in Australia)
• 24 March (Pakistani Independence Day, celebrated by Pakistani Australian communities)
• No specific Christian or Indigenous name day associated with this name.

Name Pairings

Names that pair well with himmat:

• Arjun and Himmat
• Ravi and Himmat
• Amit and Himmat

Fun Facts

• The name 'Himmat' is popular among Indian-Australian families, especially those with Punjabi or Hindi backgrounds.
• 'Himmat' is often used as a nickname or a middle name to emphasise values of courage and bravery within Australian multicultural communities.
• Some Australian sports teams with players of South Asian descent have prominently featured players with the name 'Himmat'.

Personality Traits

Common traits associated with the name himmat:

• Brave
• Resilient
• Determined
• Loyal
• Honest

Aesthetic Qualities

The name has a strong, solid visual appearance, with a balanced and straightforward typographic structure in Roman script. In Devanagari or Gurmukhi scripts, it is ornate and culturally rich.

Geographical Distribution

More common in metropolitan areas with large South Asian populations such as Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane. Less frequent in rural regions due to demographic distributions.

Numerological Significance

The name 'Himmat' would correspond to a numerology number associated with courage and leadership, typically a 1 or 8, indicating independence and power.

Astrological Connections

No specific astrological associations, but individuals named 'Himmat' might be linked with Leo or Aries zodiacs due to their themes of bravery and leadership.

Historical Context

Though not historically prominent in Australian mainstream history, 'Himmat' is a name deeply rooted in South Asian history, exemplifying virtues of bravery celebrated in Indian epics and cultural stories. The name has been borne by community leaders and notable sports figures within the Indian-Australian diaspora.

Linguistic Adaptability

The name maintains its original pronunciation and spelling in South Asian languages; in Australian English, it is phonetically approximated but retains the cultural identity.

Famous People Named himmat

• Himmat Singh (Former Indian cricket player)
• Himmat Bhullar (Australian entrepreneur of Punjabi descent)
• Himmat Ali (fictional character in a popular Australian-Indian novel)

Popularity in Australia