Tegh

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Tegh Pronunciation

Tegh is pronounced TEG /ˈtɛɡ/Medium

Meaning: From Persian/Punjabi tegh, 'a sword' — borne (as Tegh Bahadur, 'brave with the sword') by the ninth Sikh Guru; we note the Sikh GuruLow

In 30 seconds: A sword: Tegh is Punjabi/Persian 'a sword'. Crisp, strong, and warm (said 'TEG').

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Origin LowPunjabi, Persian

MeaningFrom Persian/Punjabi tegh, 'a sword' — borne (as Tegh Bahadur, 'brave with the sword') by the ninth Sikh Guru; we note the Sikh Guru

U.S. rank (2024)#7182 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births12 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2022

Total births (all-time)≈ 115

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Tegh comes from Persian/Punjabi tegh, 'a sword' — borne (as Tegh Bahadur, 'brave with the sword') by the ninth Sikh Guru, who was martyred for religious freedom (we note the Sikh Guru). A crisp, strong Sikh name (said 'TEG').

In the U.S. it appears in Sikh-Punjabi families. Rare, a-sword at the root, and strong.

Did you know? Tegh means 'a sword' in Persian/Punjabi — borne, as Tegh Bahadur ('brave with the sword'), by the ninth Sikh Guru — a crisp, strong name (we note the Sikh Guru; said 'TEG').

Overall data confidence 46%

References — Tegh — Sikh Guru noted

Variations

TegTeghveer

Themes & Styles

Persian Punjabi Sikh

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Tegh?

Tegh is pronounced TEG (/ˈtɛɡ/). Press play above to hear Tegh said aloud.

How do you say Tegh?

Tegh is said TEG (/ˈtɛɡ/). Press play above to hear Tegh said aloud.

What does the name Tegh mean?

Tegh is Persian/Punjabi for 'a sword' (borne by Guru Tegh Bahadur). We note the Sikh Guru.

Is Tegh a boy or girl name?

Tegh is a boy's name.

How popular is Tegh?

Tegh is a rare name in the U.S.