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Gurtegh

♂ Boy

Pronounced GUR-teg /ˈɡʊr.tɛɡ/Medium

Meaning: A Sikh/Punjabi name from Gur ('the Guru') and tegh ('sword'), read as 'sword of the Guru' — an emblem of courage and defense of faith, echoing Guru Tegh Bahadur. A devotional name, which we note respectfully.Low

In 30 seconds: A brave Sikh name: Gurtegh joins Gur ('the Guru') with tegh ('sword') for 'sword of the Guru' (said 'GUR-teg').
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Origin MediumPunjabi, Sikh
MeaningA Sikh/Punjabi name from Gur ('the Guru') and tegh ('sword'), read as 'sword of the Guru' — an emblem of courage and defense of faith, echoing Guru Tegh Bahadur. A devotional name, which we note respectfully.
U.S. rank (2024)#11370
2024 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 6

History & Origin

In Sikh/Punjabi naming, Gurtegh unites Gur ('the Guru') with tegh ('sword'), a symbol of courage and the defense of faith recalling Guru Tegh Bahadur. Like other Gur- names it honors the Sikh Gurus, which we note respectfully (said 'GUR-teg').

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

Did you know? Gurtegh carries tegh, 'sword,' beside Gur, 'the Guru' — an image echoing Guru Tegh Bahadur, the ninth Sikh Guru. Valorous and devotional, said 'GUR-teg.'
Overall data confidence 55%
References — Gurtegh — Sikh/Punjabi; Gur ('Guru') + tegh ('sword'); Guru Tegh Bahadur echo

Variations

GurtejGurteg

Nicknames

GuriTegh

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Gurtegh mean?

Gurtegh is a Sikh/Punjabi name from Gur ('the Guru') and tegh ('sword'), read as 'sword of the Guru.'

How do you pronounce Gurtegh?

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

Is Gurtegh a boy or girl name?

Gurtegh is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Gurtegh?

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

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