Multiple choice general knowledge What is the meaning of the name of State Punjab ? Five Rivers Four Rivers Six Rivers Three Rivers Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation Punjab comes from the Persian words 'panj' meaning 'five' and 'ab' meaning 'water' or 'river.' The region is named for the five rivers that flow through it: the Beas, Chenab, Jhelum, Ravi, and Sutlej.