Mahavir is a unisex given name of Sanskrit origin, meaning "great hero." It is composed of two words: 'maha' which means great and 'vir' which signifies hero. This name holds significant cultural and historical importance in India, particularly within the Jain community. Mahavir was also the name of the 24th Tirthankara (spiritual teacher) in Jainism, born as Vardhamana, who later became known as Mahavira. The name is often associated with qualities like bravery, courage, and heroism. It gained popularity beyond India due to its positive connotations and has been adopted by various cultures around the world.
"Mahavir had 5 births recorded in 2018."