Gurnaaz

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Gurnaaz Pronunciation

Gurnaaz is pronounced goor-NAHZ /ɡurˈnɑz/Medium

Meaning: From Punjabi gur, 'the Guru', plus naaz (Persian), 'pride, grace, elegance' — 'the pride/grace of the Guru'Medium

In 30 seconds: The pride of the Guru: Gurnaaz is Punjabi for 'the grace/pride of the Guru'. Devout, lyrical, and warm (said 'goor-NAHZ').

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Origin MediumPunjabi, Persian

MeaningFrom Punjabi gur, 'the Guru', plus naaz (Persian), 'pride, grace, elegance' — 'the pride/grace of the Guru'

U.S. rank (2024)#5842 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births21 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2023

Total births (all-time)≈ 130

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Gurnaaz comes from Punjabi gur, 'the Guru' (the revered spiritual teacher of Sikhism), plus naaz, from Persian, 'pride, grace, elegance, coquetry' — 'the pride/grace of the Guru'. A devout, lyrical Sikh girls' name (said 'goor-NAHZ'; nickname Naaz).

In the U.S. it appears in Sikh families. Rare, the-pride-of-the-Guru at the root, and devout.

Did you know? Gurnaaz joins Punjabi gur ('the Guru', the spiritual teacher) with naaz ('pride, grace, elegance', Persian) — 'the pride/grace of the Guru' — a devout, lyrical Sikh name (said 'goor-NAHZ').

Overall data confidence 68%

Punjabi references — Gurnaaz — etymology

Variations

GurnazGurleenGurnoor

Nicknames

Naaz

Themes & Styles

Persian Punjabi Sikh

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How do you pronounce Gurnaaz?

Gurnaaz is pronounced goor-NAHZ (/ɡurˈnɑz/). Press play above to hear Gurnaaz said aloud.

How do you say Gurnaaz?

Gurnaaz is said goor-NAHZ (/ɡurˈnɑz/). Press play above to hear Gurnaaz said aloud.

What does the name Gurnaaz mean?

Gurnaaz is Punjabi for 'the pride/grace of the Guru' (gur, 'Guru', plus naaz, 'pride, grace').

Is Gurnaaz a boy or girl name?

Gurnaaz is a girl's name.

How popular is Gurnaaz?

Gurnaaz is a rare name in the U.S.