Gurveer

Meaning of Gurveer

The name Gurveer is of Punjabi origin, predominantly used among the Sikh community. It is a male name that combines two elements: "Gur," meaning "guru" or "teacher," and "Veer," meaning "brave" or "heroic." Thus, Gurveer can be interpreted as "brave as a guru" or "heroic teacher." Pronounced as gur-veer (/ɡʊrˈvɪər/), this name carries profound spiritual and cultural significance, reflecting qualities of wisdom and courage.

While not overly common in the United States, Gurveer has seen a steady presence over the years. Since 1994, it has appeared sporadically in national baby name rankings, with its highest occurrence in 2007 when it ranked 5434th with 16 newborns named Gurveer. The name's popularity peaked again in 2016 and 2015 with 14 occurrences each year. Despite its relatively low frequency, Gurveer holds a unique charm for parents looking to instill values of bravery and wisdom in their child.

A notable variation of this name is Gurvir, which maintains the same meaningful roots and pronunciation but offers an alternative spelling for those who prefer a slightly different look. Whether spelled Gurveer or Gurvir, this name continues to be cherished within the Punjabi community and beyond for its rich heritage and inspiring connotations.

Pronunciation

Indian (Punjabi)

• Pronunced as gur-veer (/ɡʊrˈvɪər/)

• Gurvinder
• Gurpreet
• Gurdeep
• Gurjot