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Gurjas

♂ Boy

Pronounced GUR-jus /ˈɡʊr.dʒʌs/Medium

Meaning: A Sikh/Punjabi given name built on Gur ('the Guru') plus jas ('glory, praise'), read as 'glory of the Guru.' Names on this pattern carry devotional weight in Sikh tradition, which we note respectfully.Low

In 30 seconds: A devotional Sikh name: Gurjas joins Gur ('the Guru') with jas ('glory') for 'glory of the Guru' (said 'GUR-jus').
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Origin MediumPunjabi, Sikh
MeaningA Sikh/Punjabi given name built on Gur ('the Guru') plus jas ('glory, praise'), read as 'glory of the Guru.' Names on this pattern carry devotional weight in Sikh tradition, which we note respectfully.
U.S. rank (2024)#11366 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2018
Total births (all-time)≈ 19

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201820182024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

In Sikh/Punjabi naming, Gurjas combines Gur ('the Guru') with jas ('glory, praise') to mean 'glory of the Guru.' Such Gur- names honor the Sikh Gurus and are chosen with care, which we note respectfully (said 'GUR-jus').

In the U.S. it appears only rarely, chiefly among Sikh families. Rare, devotional, and heritage-rooted.

Did you know? Gurjas is one of a family of Sikh names opening with Gur, 'the Guru' — here paired with jas, 'glory,' for 'glory of the Guru.' A name of quiet devotion, said 'GUR-jus.'
Overall data confidence 55%
References — Gurjas — Sikh/Punjabi; Gur ('Guru') + jas ('glory')

Variations

GurjusGurjash

Nicknames

GuriJas

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Gurjas mean?

Gurjas is a Sikh/Punjabi name from Gur ('the Guru') and jas ('glory'), read as 'glory of the Guru.'

How do you pronounce Gurjas?

It's said GUR-jus /ˈɡʊr.dʒʌs/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Gurjas a boy or girl name?

Gurjas is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Gurjas?

Gurjas is a rare name in the U.S., chiefly seen in Sikh families.

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