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Gurman

♂ Boy

Pronounced GUR-mun /ˈɡʊr.mʌn/Medium

Meaning: A Sikh/Punjabi name joining Gur ('the Guru') with man ('heart, mind'), often glossed 'heart/mind of the Guru' — one absorbed in the Guru. A devotional name, which we note respectfully.Low

In 30 seconds: A gentle Sikh name: Gurman blends Gur ('the Guru') with man ('heart, mind') for 'heart of the Guru' (said 'GUR-mun').
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Origin MediumPunjabi, Sikh
MeaningA Sikh/Punjabi name joining Gur ('the Guru') with man ('heart, mind'), often glossed 'heart/mind of the Guru' — one absorbed in the Guru. A devotional name, which we note respectfully.
U.S. rank (2025)#9196 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births8 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2018
Total births (all-time)≈ 197

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201820002025

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, Gurman unites Gur ('the Guru') with man ('heart, mind'), commonly read 'heart/mind of the Guru.' Like other Gur- names it honors the Sikh Gurus, which we note respectfully (said 'GUR-mun').

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

Did you know? Gurman pairs Gur, 'the Guru,' with man, 'heart or mind' — a name for one whose heart rests with the Guru. Devotional and warm, said 'GUR-mun.'
Overall data confidence 55%
References — Gurman — Sikh/Punjabi; Gur ('Guru') + man ('heart, mind')

Variations

GurmannGurmaan

Nicknames

GuriManny

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Gurman mean?

Gurman is a Sikh/Punjabi name from Gur ('the Guru') and man ('heart, mind'), read as 'heart of the Guru.'

How do you pronounce Gurman?

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

Is Gurman a boy or girl name?

Gurman is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Gurman?

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

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