Meaning: From Punjabi keerat (kirat/kirtan family), 'praise; the singing of God's praises' — a word at the heart of Sikh devotional practice. We note it respectfully as a name of religious meaning.Medium
In 30 seconds: A name of devotion: Keerat is Punjabi for 'praise of God' (said 'KEE-rut'). A Sikh devotional word, which we note respectfully.
MeaningFrom Punjabi keerat (kirat/kirtan family), 'praise; the singing of God's praises' — a word at the heart of Sikh devotional practice. We note it respectfully as a name of religious meaning.
Keerat comes from Punjabi, in the word-family of kirtan — the devotional singing of God's praises central to Sikh worship. Given as a name, it is a blessing of praise and gratitude. We note it respectfully as a word with religious weight (said 'KEE-rut').
It appears only rarely for boys in the U.S. Rare here, familiar in Punjabi and Sikh families.
Did you know? Keerat belongs to the same family of words as kirtan, the singing of sacred hymns in Sikh worship. As a name it carries the sense of praise offered to God, which we note respectfully.
