786 Sikh/Punjabi Baby Boy Names With Meanings

Religion plays a key role in selecting a baby name in the Sikh and Punjabi community. Sikh boy names are usually taken from the Holy Book of Sikhs, The Guru Granth Sahib. They are derivatives of Sanskrit names, which are inspired from nature and mythological characters too. They are mostly influenced by popular and successful people to create a positive vibe in the baby's life. Naming a child in the Sikh community is considered a special tradition. This is because names not only represent the individual, but also the society and its values, history, and culture. One unique point is that Sikh baby boy names are generally followed by the last name ‘Singh,’ meaning ‘Lion’ (1). Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth and the last Sikh Guru, instructed this. At the time, a person’s social standing and class could be determined by their surname. Guru Gobind Singh wanted to bring equality by creating an egalitarian society, so he sought to remove the caste system by instructing all Sikh men and women to take Singh and Kaur as their surnames, respectively. Punjabi or Sikh names also tend to carry deep meanings. For instance, traditional names, like Gurpreet (love of the Guru) and Navjot (new light), hold a special place in the hearts of parents seeking to honor their heritage. Sikh names also reflect the culture’s deep reverence for nature and spirituality. Names like Kiran (ray of light) and Balbir (courageous) represent virtues the community cherishes. Meanwhile, Divjot (divine light) or Gurvaid (divine knowledge) are names derived from the Guru Granth Sahib (2). They are part of the sacred verses that represent Sikh beliefs. Here, we have a list of the names, popular from the old times to modern times, with meanings. This might help you better understand Sikh names and their significance.

Name		Gender	Meaning
Sukhjit		Boy	A victory of happiness and peace
Sukhjiwan		Boy	To lead a happy life
Sukhman		Unisex	Peaceful soul
Sukhpreet		Boy	A person who highly values inner peace and joy
Sukhraj		Boy	One who is of a very peaceful temper
Sukhram		Boy	The peace pervades him
Sukhshant		Boy	A man who is blissful and peaceful
Sukhsharan		Boy	He who finds peace by finding shelter in God
Sukhveer		Boy	He is a soldier of peace
Sukhvinder		Boy	A person who gives happiness to others
Sukhwinder		Unisex	One who brings destiny
Sulakhan		Boy	He who is very virtuous
Suli		Unisex	Peaceful; Gentle
Sundarveer		Boy	He who is brave and beautiful at the same time
Sunia		Unisex	Sunlight
Surajprakash		Boy	He is the light of the Sun
Surat		Boy	One whose consciousness has awakened
Surath		Boy	A person whose consciousness is awakened
Surinderjeet		Boy	He who defeated the Gods
Surinderjit		Boy	He who achieved victory over the Gods
Surinderpal		Boy	The God of the Gods
Surjit		Boy	He who is immortal and God-like
Surjot		Boy	The war between Gods
Sutantar		Boy	A man of good character
Swaranlal		Boy	A dreamy person
Sylo		Unisex	Mystery, strength, and protection
Tailor		Unisex	Seamstress; Clothes maker
Talea		Unisex	Twig; Small branch
Talvir		Boy	One who is beautiful gift to the world
Tandeep		Boy	A body of light
Tank		Unisex	Hoe; Hatchet
Tannia		Boy	Graceful and noble
Tapinder		Boy	God's devotion
Tarlochan		Boy	Third dimension; number three
Tarlochen		Boy	A beautiful person who is the star of the eyes
Tarvinder		Boy	God's salvation in heaven
Teg		Boy	One who swings a sword
Tegbir		Boy	Brave warrior with a sword
Tegh		Boy	He who wields the sword
Teijinder		Boy	God of grandeur
Tejbir		Boy	The glory of the brave one
Tejindar		Boy	God's splendor in heaven
Tejinderjit		Boy	One who won God
Tejpal		Boy	Protector of brilliance
Tejveer		Boy	Brave; Powerful
Tekroop		Boy	Personification of God's support
Tember		Unisex	Unique; Strong; Adventurous
Thalbir		Boy	A brave warrior
Thirath		Boy	Holy place
Tieran		Unisex	Master; Lord
Toy		Unisex	An object for children to play with
Tyee		Unisex	Chief; Leader
Veera		Unisex	A strong and brave person
Vigo		Boy	Vigor;Lively; Strength
Vivie		Unisex	Alive; Lively
Wala		Unisex	doer or holder
Weaver		Unisex	One who weaves or makes fabric
Xan		Unisex	Gift from God; Gracious
Xavion		Unisex	Bright; Intelligent
Xo		Unisex	Love
Xuri		Unisex	White
Xya		Unisex	Mysterious; Intriguing
Yashdeep		Unisex	Light of success
Yazlin		Unisex	Unique; Enchanting; Mysterious
Youri		Unisex	Farmer or earthworker
Yuvraj		Boy	Prince or heir apparent
Za		Unisex	God's son
Zacari		Boy	God has remembered
Zalan		Unisex	Unique; Stylish
Zanara		Unisex	Unique; Exotic; Mysterious
Zaryn		Unisex	Strong; Courageous; Leader
Zaviar		Boy	Strong; Brave; Leader
Zavion		Boy	New house; Bright
Zaviyan		Unisex	Unique; Strong; Leader
Zaxai		Unisex	Pure
Zaysha		Unisex	Unique; Bold
Zazu		Unisex	Movement
Zed		Unisex	Cool, edgy, unique
Zef		Unisex	Unique; Exotic
Zeo		Boy	Unique; Powerful; Mysterious
Zerick		Unisex	Strength; Power
Zoelle		Unisex	Life
Zoravar		Unisex	Warrior or Brave
Zorawar		Unisex	Brave warrior; Fearless warrior
Zuba		Unisex	Sun; Sunshine
Zuki		Unisex	Moonlight

Infographic: Trending Sikh/Punjabi Boy Names With Meanings

The arrival of a new family member is a special gift of God and also calls for a celebration. Among Sikhs and Punjabis, the child's naming ceremony is called 'naam karan.' Most of the names come from the community's Holy Book, the Guru Granth Sahib. Check out this infographic to uncover some popular names for your boy.

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