Are there any restrictions on Sikh baby names?

Sikh baby names are chosen through a naming ceremony or Naamkaran. Most Sikh names are taken from the holy book, the Guru Granth Sahib. After the name is chosen, Kaur, meaning princess, is added to the names of baby girls, and Singh, meaning lion, is added to the names of baby boys (1). If the family has an ancestral surname, then Kaur and Singh are the middle names. However, Sikh naming practices may vary according to personal preferences, family culture, and traditions

Can Sikh baby names be gender-neutral?

Yes, most Sikh baby names are gender-neutral, although some are more often used with one gender than another.

What is the significance of Sikh baby names?

Sikh baby names hold a lot of significance as these names are derived from the Sikh holy book Guru Granth Sahib, which emphasizes spirituality and commitment towards God. The virtues of truth, compassion, contentment, calmness, humility, and love serve as sources of inspiration for many Sikh names.

Can Sikh baby names be in any language?

Yes, there is no official language of Sikhs, due to which there are no language restrictions. Hence, baby names can be in any language (2).

How do I ensure that the Sikh baby name I choose is not offensive or disrespectful?

To ensure the Sikh baby name you chose is not disrespectful, you may do thorough research on the name, including its meaning, background, and history, how the name sounds, and whether or not the name has any social implications.

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106 Sikh Baby Names with Meaning, Starting With H

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Hadrian	Boy	From Hadria
Hargun	Girl	One having Godly merits
Hartleigh	Girl	Variant of Hartley
Hafeez	Boy	Protector; Providing shield; Islamic God name
Harsimran	Boy	Remembering God; In memory of God; God's Thoughts
Harinder	Boy	Brown; Yellow; Drops of rain; Monkey; Tawny; Horse; Lion
Harjas	Boy	One who sings God's praises
Harkirat	Boy	One who sings of God's praise
Harveen	Girl	The Pleiades; Battle worthy; God is gracious
Hakoda	Boy	Gift of God

Harvee	Unisex	Battle worthy
Hardeep	Girl	Strong; Light of God; God's light
Hadiyyah	Girl	Gift; Reward; Souvenir; Donation; Prize
Harpreet	Girl	Love of God
Hafid	Boy	Protector of the religion; Guardian of the Islamic religion
Harbhajan	Boy	God's prayer; Bhajan or prayer of Lord Shiva
Haashim	Boy	Generosity; Kindness; With a bright heart
Haatim	Boy	Decisive by nature; Determined; Strong-minded
Hab	Unisex	Love; Affiliation; Friendship; Hope
Habash	Boy	Guinea fowl; Guinea hen

Hadir	Boy	Beautiful; Stunning; Striking; The sound of thunder
Hadon	Boy	From the heath or open uncultivated land
Hadrami	Boy	Nobel man; The name of some prominent men
Hadwin	Boy	War friend; Friend in the war
Hadwinn	Boy	Friend in war; An alternative to the spelling of Hadwin
Hadwyn	Boy	Companion during the war; Friend during wartime
Hadwyne	Boy	Buddy in warfare; Companion in war-time
Haecci	Boy	Idealistic; Highly imaginative; Intuitive
Haele	Boy	Lives in the hall
Haemgisl	Girl	A girl or woman from your own neighborhood

Haep	Girl	A happy woman
Haesel	Girl	A kind of nut
Haestingas	Boy	Tribes of Anglo-Saxon Britain; Violent; Aggressive; Fierce
Haethbeorht	Boy	Deep inner desire to lead; Organize; Supervise
Haf	Girl	Summer; The warmest season
Hafa	Girl	Mild rain; Moderate rain
Hafeeza	Girl	Guardian; Protector; Amulet
Hafez	Boy	Responsible caretaker; Guardian; Keeper; Preserver
Haffafa	Girl	Glittering; Sparkling; Shining; Slim
Halstead	Boy	An animal shed

Harkiran	Boy	The rays of God's light
Harlequin	Boy	Mute Pantomime Clown
Harrye	Boy	An estate's ruler
Harshat	Boy	Happiness; Gladness
Harshavardhan	Boy	Inventor of Joy; One who provides full happiness
Harshida	Girl	Giver of joy
Harshill	Boy	King of hills
Harshim	Boy	Over Smart
Harshnil	Boy	Scared; Not daring
Harti	Boy	Daring

Hartly	Boy	Stag Grazing land
Hartman	Boy	Fast Runner
Hartmann	Boy	Hard; Strong man
Hartwig	Boy	Strong advisor; Hard; Strong; Powerful
Hartwill	Boy	Stag pool; Lives near the stag's spring
Harunalrashid	Boy	Celebrated Abbasi Caliph
Harva	Girl	A warrior of the army
Hedia	Girl	Pleasant
Hereburg	Boy	An army's fortress
Hereca	Boy	Thoughtful; Introverted

Hereferth	Boy	A free soldier of the army
Herefrith	Boy	A peaceful soldier
Hermind	Boy	A soldier who protects
Hermo	Boy	Army Staff
Herne	Boy	Fabulous Hunter
Hernox	Boy	Spontaneous; Impulsive
Herolt	Boy	Rules an Estate
Heromin	Girl	Keeper of the fireplace
Heros	Boy	A variation of an ancient Greek name
Herould	Boy	Derived from the name Hebreweald; Army; Power; Leader; Ruler

Herrold	Boy	Authoritative person in the army
Heruuord	Boy	An untiring, reasonable and discreet individual
Hervise	Boy	A new name
Hervy	Boy	Battle worthy
Herward	Boy	Army Guard
Heryeth	Girl	A British female name
Herz	Boy	Heart
Hesam	Boy	A sharp sword
Hesekiel	Boy	God strengthens; God will strengthen
Hesh	Boy	Loving

Heshini	Boy	Indian Tamil name
Hespera	Girl	Daughter of Cebren; Evening star
Himaayat	Boy	Help; Support
Humfry	Boy	friendly soldier
Humility	Boy	Someone who feels less important and proud
Hummer	Boy	high strength multipurpose automobile
Humphrie	Boy	Person wo loves to be calm
Hurlburt	Boy	The strength of an entire army
Hurriya	Girl	A feeling of liberation and freedom
Hurriyat	Boy	A free and independent person

Hurst	Boy	A man from the wooded hill
Hurste	Boy	He who lives in the forest
Husaam	Boy	A man who is good with a sword
Husaam-udeen	Boy	Faith's sword
Husaamudeen	Boy	The sword of faith
Husanah	Girl	A very beautiful, gorgeous girl
Husayni	Boy	A relation through the ancestry of Husayn
Husewyf	Girl	The wife of a householder
Husewyua	Girl	One who looks after the household chores
Hushaima	Girl	A modest woman

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Infographic: Attractive Sikh Baby Names with Meaning, Starting With H

are significant and exquisite. They carry an inherent sense of charm that's almost impossible to ignore. Our infographic below shares several options that fit diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Explore the list and pick a name that resonates with you. Remember, your baby's name is integral to their identity, so choose a name that best complements their personality.

Sikh Baby Names with Meaning, Starting With H(infographic)

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