Gurnam
Meaningthe guru's name · Punjabi
Gurnam is an Indian boy name meaning “the guru's name”, with Punjabi roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- Word funGurnam doesn't repeat a single letter: 6 letters, all different.
Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Gurnam
Gurnam is a boy name of Indian origin meaning “the guru's name”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Gurnam at school.
Origin:Indian names
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Questions about the name Gurnam
What does the name Gurnam mean?
Gurnam means “the guru's name” and comes from Punjabi. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Arjan (“name of a Sikh guru”), Gurbaksh (“gift of the guru”), Gurbir (“warrior of the guru”) and Gurdeep (“lamp of the guru”).
What is the origin of the name Gurnam?
Gurnam is Indian in origin, and its meaning traces back to Punjabi. Other Indian names to consider are Makai (“toward the sea”), Arjun (“bright, shining”), Zain (“beauty, grace”) and Idris (“possibly studious”).
Is Gurnam a boy or girl name?
Gurnam is a boy name.
What names are similar to Gurnam?
If you like Gurnam, you might also like Arjan, Gurbaksh, Gurbir and Gurdeep.
What should I know before naming my baby Gurnam?
Gurnam is an Indian boy name meaning “the guru's name”, with Punjabi roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.