Dilip Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Dilip Name at a Glance

Name	Dilip
Meaning	Protector.
Origin	Hindi
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Dilip Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Dilip means “Protector”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Dilip Name Origin

Our database records Dilip under Hindi origin. Browse more Hindi baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Dilip a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Dilip is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Dilip

When considering Dilip for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.