UK name, mostly boys
Gurjeet
A masculine name of Indian origin meaning "victorious lion".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2013. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Also recorded as a girls' name in the UK, with 12 girls.
Gurjeet is mostly registered for boys in the UK records. People looking for Gurjeet popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2013 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4685, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2000, with 6 births.
This profile covers 30 England and Wales registrations across 7 recorded years from 1997 to 2013. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 50% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 30 living people in the UK are called Gurjeet. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2014 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Gurjeet ranked #4685 for boys in England and Wales in 2013, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2000, when 6 boys were registered as Gurjeet.
- • Gurjeet is also recorded for girls, but the boys side is the larger UK variant in these records.
- • About 30 living people in the UK are estimated to have Gurjeet as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
- • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 71.4% of Gurjeet registrations are for boys.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4685
2013
Births in 2013
3
Latest year
Peak year
2000
6 births
Estimated living
30
2026
Gender
Boy and girl registrations for Gurjeet
In England and Wales birth records, Gurjeet has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 71.4% of registrations are for boys and 28.6% are for girls.
These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.
Gurjeet registered for boys
- Ranked #4,685 in 2013
- 3 boys registered in 2013
- Peak: 2000 (6 births)
Gurjeet registered for girls
- Ranked #5,707 in 2010
- 3 girls registered in 2010
- Peak: 1996 (3 births)
Meaning
What does Gurjeet mean?
The name Gurjeet has its origins in the Punjabi language spoken in the Indian state of Punjab. It is a combination of two words - 'Gur' meaning teacher or spiritual guide, and 'Jeet' meaning victory or triumph. The name can be translated to mean 'the victorious teacher' or 'the triumphant spiritual guide'.
The name is believed to have its roots in the Sikh tradition, which originated in the 15th century in the Punjab region. The founder of Sikhism, Guru Nanak Dev, was known as a 'Gur' or teacher, and his teachings emphasized the importance of spiritual enlightenment and victory over the ego.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Gurjeet can be found in the Sikh scripture, the Guru Granth Sahib, which was compiled in the 16th century. The name appears in several hymns and verses, often in reference to the Sikh Gurus or spiritual guides.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who have borne the name Gurjeet. One of the most famous was Gurjeet Singh (1781-1858), a Sikh warrior and commander who played a crucial role in the Sikh Empire under Maharaja Ranjit Singh.
Another notable figure was Gurjeet Kaur (1925-2001), a Sikh activist and politician who fought for women's rights and was a member of the Indian Parliament.
In the field of sports, Gurjeet Singh (born 1978) is a former Indian hockey player who represented the national team and won several international tournaments.
Gurjeet Kaur Zora (born 1951) is a renowned Punjabi writer and poet who has published numerous works exploring themes of love, spirituality, and social issues.
Gurjeet Singh Aujla (born 1985) is a popular Punjabi singer and songwriter known for his blend of traditional and contemporary music styles.
The name Gurjeet continues to be popular among Sikh and Punjabi communities, carrying the rich cultural and spiritual significance of its origins.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Gurjeet over time
The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Gurjeet in England and Wales, from 1996 to 2013. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Gurjeet, the clearest high point is 2000. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2013, compared with 6 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Gurjeet by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Gurjeet was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4685 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #2719 | 22 | 5 |
| 1990s | #2022 | 5 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Gurjeet
- George 121,258
- Gabriel 20,581
- Grayson 7,636
- Gregory 2,925
- Guy 2,646
- Gareth 2,092
- Gethin 1,880
- Georgie 1,872
- Gary 1,575
- Gavin 1,422
- Giovanni 1,252
- Grant 1,199
FAQ
Gurjeet: questions and answers
How popular is the name Gurjeet in the UK right now?
In 2013, Gurjeet was ranked #4685 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Gurjeet most popular?
The peak year on record was 2000, with 6 babies registered as Gurjeet in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Gurjeet?
A masculine name of Indian origin meaning "victorious lion".
How many people are called Gurjeet in the UK?
A total of 30 babies have been registered as Gurjeet across the 7 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.