Kirpa

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Kirpa Pronunciation

Kirpa is pronounced KEER-pah /ˈkir.pɑ/Medium

Meaning: From Punjabi/Sanskrit kirpa (kripa), 'grace; mercy; compassion; a divine blessing'Medium

In 30 seconds: Grace; mercy; a divine blessing: Kirpa is Punjabi/Sikh for 'grace; mercy'. Lyrical, devout, and warm (said 'KEER-pah').

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Origin MediumPunjabi, Sanskrit

MeaningFrom Punjabi/Sanskrit kirpa (kripa), 'grace; mercy; compassion; a divine blessing'

U.S. rank (2024)#6505 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births18 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 76

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Kirpa comes from Punjabi/Sanskrit kirpa (kripa), 'grace; mercy; compassion; a divine blessing' — a cherished spiritual concept in Sikhism, where God's kirpa is sought and given (we note the sacred sense). A lyrical, devout Sikh name (said 'KEER-pah'; nickname Kiri).

In the U.S. it appears in Sikh and Punjabi families. Rare, grace-and-mercy at the root, and devout.

Did you know? Kirpa means 'grace; mercy; compassion; a divine blessing' in Punjabi and Sanskrit — a cherished concept in Sikhism — a lyrical, devout name (we note the sacred sense; said 'KEER-pah').

Overall data confidence 60%

Punjabi/Sanskrit references — kirpa — sacred sense noted

Variations

KripaKirpaa

Nicknames

Kiri

Themes & Styles

Punjabi Sacred Sikh

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Kirpa?

Kirpa is pronounced KEER-pah (/ˈkir.pɑ/). Press play above to hear Kirpa said aloud.

How do you say Kirpa?

Kirpa is said KEER-pah (/ˈkir.pɑ/). Press play above to hear Kirpa said aloud.

What does the name Kirpa mean?

Kirpa is Punjabi/Sikh for 'grace; mercy; compassion; a divine blessing'. We note the sacred sense.

Is Kirpa a boy or girl name?

Kirpa is a girl's name.

How popular is Kirpa?

Kirpa is a rare name in the U.S.