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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52 Sikh Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With D

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Derian	Unisex	Gifted; Strong; Courageous
Duong	Boy	A radiant and gracious lord
Daz	Unisex	From oak or huckleberry grove
Davinder	Boy	King of Gods
Dilraj	Boy	King of Hearts; One who rules hearts
Dontai	Boy	Enduring
Dilpreet	Boy	Heart; Mind; Soul; Love; Pleasure; Joy
Dalajit	Boy	Victory of heart and mind
Dalbir	Unisex	A soldier
Dalip	Boy	A born king

Dalipinder	Boy	Lord of the Kings
Daljodh	Boy	The one who fights for the team
Dalmeet	Boy	One with many friends
Dalpinder	Boy	Lord of Kings
Dalpreet	Boy	A lord
Dalraj	Boy	One who has the power of the King's army
Dalvinder	Boy	Lord of a team
Dalvir	Boy	A hero
Damanjot	Boy	Very strong light
Damanjote	Boy	Controlling light

Danmeet	Boy	Charity; giving away
Darbar	Boy	Courtroom
Darbjot	Boy	Light of wealth
Darshanbir	Boy	Exalted vision
Darshanjeet	Boy	God's vision
Darshanjot	Boy	Visions of God
Darshpreet	Boy	Love of Lord Krishna
Datar	Boy	Another name for God
Daulatbir	Boy	A brave and wealthy person
Daulatwant	Boy	One who has immense amount of wealth

Davinderbir	Boy	King of the Gods
Davindermeet	Boy	Meditating individual
Dayabir	Boy	Brave and kind person
Dayajeet	Boy	Victory; the one who is compassionate and victorious
Dayajot	Boy	Lighted with compassion
Dayaljot	Boy	One who emits light of mercy
Deentek	Boy	One who supports the needy and helpless
Deepinder	Boy	The highest one; victory of the light
Deepshabhad	Boy	Holy word; Spreads in every direction
Dilbaag	Boy	Blossom of the heart

Dilbaagh	Boy	A lionhearted heart; A brave and kind person
Dilbagh	Boy	A brave as well as a kind person
Dilbir	Boy	A friendly and loving individual
Diljeev	Boy	One who has a courageous heart
Diljit	Boy	Victory of heart; Conqueror of heart
Dilraaj	Boy	They are the rulers of hearts
Dilreet	Unisex	A lion; Hearty traditions
Dishapreet	Boy	One who is in love with a direction
Divjot	Girl	Divine light; Divine flame
Divleen	Boy	A divine person; God is great

Dupinder	Boy	Victory of radiant God
Dragen	Unisex	Strong; Courageous; Dragon-like

Infographic: Top Sikh Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With D

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Sikh Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With D(infographic)

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