Kirat

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Pronounced KEE-rut /ˈkiː.rət/Medium

Meaning: From the Punjabi/Sikh Kirat (kirt), 'the praise of God' and, more broadly, honest devotional work or service. A meaningful name in Sikh tradition, shared here respectfully.Medium

In 30 seconds: A name of praise and service: Kirat means 'the praise of God' in Sikh tradition (said 'KEE-rut'). Shared respectfully.

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Origin MediumPunjabi

MeaningFrom the Punjabi/Sikh Kirat (kirt), 'the praise of God' and, more broadly, honest devotional work or service. A meaningful name in Sikh tradition, shared here respectfully.

U.S. rank (2024)#12786 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2014

Total births (all-time)≈ 82

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

As a name Kirat comes from the Punjabi/Sikh word for 'the praise of God' and, more broadly, honest devotional service; it is linked to kirtan, the singing of sacred hymns. A meaningful, unisex-leaning name shared here respectfully for a girl (said 'KEE-rut').

It appears only rarely for girls in the U.S. Rare, devotional, and warm.

Did you know? Kirat carries the idea of praising God and living by honest, devotional work — a value at the heart of Sikh tradition, where kirtan (sung praise) shares the same root. We share it respectfully (said 'KEE-rut').

Overall data confidence 55%

References — Kirat — Punjabi/Sikh 'praise of God; devotional service'

Variations

KiritKeeratKiratpreet

Nicknames

KiraKiri

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Kirat mean?

Kirat is a Punjabi/Sikh name meaning 'the praise of God' and honest devotional service, shared here respectfully.

How do you pronounce Kirat?

It's said KEE-rut /ˈkiː.rət/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Kirat a boy or girl name?

Kirat is used for both girls and boys in Punjabi/Sikh communities; it's a girl's name here.

How popular is Kirat?

Kirat is a rare name for girls in the U.S.