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Gurshan

♂ Boy

Pronounced GUR-shun /ˈɡʊr.ʃʌn/Medium

Meaning: A Sikh/Punjabi name from Gur ('the Guru') plus shan ('glory, splendor') — sometimes linked to darshan ('sacred sight, glimpse') — read as 'glory or glimpse of the Guru.' A devotional name, which we note respectfully.Low

In 30 seconds: A radiant Sikh name: Gurshan joins Gur ('the Guru') with shan ('glory, splendor') — 'glory of the Guru' (said 'GUR-shun').
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Origin MediumPunjabi, Sikh
MeaningA Sikh/Punjabi name from Gur ('the Guru') plus shan ('glory, splendor') — sometimes linked to darshan ('sacred sight, glimpse') — read as 'glory or glimpse of the Guru.' A devotional name, which we note respectfully.
U.S. rank (2024)#11369 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2005
Total births (all-time)≈ 202

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200620022024

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, Gurshan combines Gur ('the Guru') with shan ('glory, splendor'), sometimes tied to darshan ('sacred sight'). Like other Gur- names it honors the Sikh Gurus, which we note respectfully (said 'GUR-shun').

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

Did you know? Gurshan pairs Gur, 'the Guru,' with shan, 'glory' or 'splendor' — some also hear an echo of darshan, a sacred glimpse. Devotional and bright, said 'GUR-shun.'
Overall data confidence 52%
References — Gurshan — Sikh/Punjabi; Gur ('Guru') + shan ('glory'); darshan echo noted

Variations

GurshaanGurshahn

Nicknames

GuriShan

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Gurshan mean?

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

How do you pronounce Gurshan?

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

Is Gurshan a boy or girl name?

Gurshan is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Gurshan?

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

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