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Gurniwaz

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Gurniwaz Pronunciation

Gurniwaz is pronounced gur-nih-WAHZ /ˌɡʊr.nɪˈwɑz/Medium

Meaning: From Punjabi/Persian, joining gur, 'the Guru', with niwaz, 'one who graces/bestows/cherishes' — 'one graced/blessed by the Guru'; we note the sacred senseLow

In 30 seconds: One graced/blessed by the Guru: Gurniwaz is Punjabi. Lyrical, devout, and warm (said 'gur-nih-WAHZ').

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Origin LowPunjabi, Persian

MeaningFrom Punjabi/Persian, joining gur, 'the Guru', with niwaz, 'one who graces/bestows/cherishes' — 'one graced/blessed by the Guru'; we note the sacred sense

U.S. rank (2024)#7385 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births11 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 25

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Gurniwaz comes from Punjabi/Persian, joining gur, 'the Guru', with niwaz, 'one who graces/bestows/cherishes' — 'one graced/blessed by the Guru' (we note the sacred sense). A lyrical, devout Sikh name (said 'gur-nih-WAHZ'; nickname Gur).

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

Did you know? Gur means 'the Guru' and niwaz 'one who graces/bestows' (Persian) — Gurniwaz is 'one graced/blessed by the Guru', a lyrical, devout Sikh name (we note the sacred sense; said 'gur-nih-WAHZ').

Overall data confidence 40%

References — Gurniwaz — sacred sense noted

Variations

GurnivazGurniwaz

Nicknames

Gur

Themes & Styles

Uncertain Persian Punjabi Sikh

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Gurniwaz?

Gurniwaz is pronounced gur-nih-WAHZ (/ˌɡʊr.nɪˈwɑz/). Press play above to hear Gurniwaz said aloud.

How do you say Gurniwaz?

Gurniwaz is said gur-nih-WAHZ (/ˌɡʊr.nɪˈwɑz/). Press play above to hear Gurniwaz said aloud.

What does the name Gurniwaz mean?

Gurniwaz is Punjabi/Persian for 'one graced/blessed by the Guru'; we note the sacred sense.

Is Gurniwaz a boy or girl name?

Gurniwaz is used here as a boy's name.

How popular is Gurniwaz?

Gurniwaz is a very rare name in the U.S.