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Origin: Indian

Meaning: Cowkeeper, chief herdsman; Cow finder; The Hindu god Krishna

Govind is a masculine name of Sanskrit origin that means “cowkeeper,” “chief herdsman,” and “cow finder” and is a name given to Lord Krishna. Commonly used for boys born into the Hindu religion, this name represents the reverence of the sacred cow and its humble herder. Variants of Govind include Gobinda, Gobind, and Govinda. If you want to encourage baby to practice their faith with gentleness and sincerity, Govind is a worthy contender.