UK name, mostly girls
Gurpreet
A masculine name of Punjabi origin, derived from the Sanskrit words "guru" and "preet," meaning "beloved of the guru.".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2018. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Also recorded as a boys' name in the UK, with 163 boys.
Gurpreet is mostly registered for girls in the UK records. People looking for Gurpreet popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2018 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5666, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1996, with 30 births.
This profile covers 251 England and Wales registrations across 20 recorded years from 1996 to 2018. 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 10% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 249 living people in the UK are called Gurpreet. 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 2019 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Gurpreet ranked #5666 for girls in England and Wales in 2018, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1996, when 30 girls were registered as Gurpreet.
- • Gurpreet is also recorded for boys, but the girls side is the larger UK variant in these records.
- • About 249 living people in the UK are estimated to have Gurpreet as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
- • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 60.6% of Gurpreet registrations are for girls.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5666
2018
Births in 2018
3
Latest year
Peak year
1996
30 births
Estimated living
249
2026
Gender
Boy and girl registrations for Gurpreet
In England and Wales birth records, Gurpreet has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 39.4% of registrations are for boys and 60.6% 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.
Gurpreet registered for boys
- Ranked #4,810 in 2016
- 3 boys registered in 2016
- Peak: 1998 (19 births)
Gurpreet registered for girls
- Ranked #5,666 in 2018
- 3 girls registered in 2018
- Peak: 1996 (30 births)
Meaning
What does Gurpreet mean?
The name Gurpreet has its origins in the Punjabi language, which is spoken primarily in the Indian states of Punjab, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh, as well as in Pakistan. It is a compound name derived from the Sanskrit words "guru" meaning teacher or spiritual guide, and "preet" meaning love or affection.
The name is deeply rooted in the Sikh tradition, where the spiritual guide or guru holds a revered position. The name Gurpreet is often given to Sikh children as a way to honor and express their love and devotion to the teachings of the Sikh gurus.
Historically, the name can be traced back to the 15th and 16th centuries, during the time of the Sikh gurus. One of the earliest known references to the name Gurpreet is found in the writings of Guru Arjan Dev, the fifth Sikh guru, who composed the sacred Sikh scripture, the Guru Granth Sahib.
In more recent times, notable individuals who have borne the name Gurpreet include Gurpreet Kaur Bhogal (born 1990), a British actress known for her roles in films such as "How to Talk to Girls at Parties" and "The Outcast." Gurpreet Singh (born 1989) is an Indian cricketer who has played for the Punjab cricket team and the Indian national under-19 team.
Another prominent figure is Gurpreet Ghuggi (born 1962), an Indian comedian, actor, and writer, best known for his work in Punjabi films and television shows. Gurpreet Kaur Gill (born 1986) is a Canadian politician who has served as a member of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia since 2017.
Gurpreet Singh Sandhu (born 1991) is an Indian professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for the Indian national team and has represented the country in various international tournaments, including the FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
While the name Gurpreet is primarily associated with the Sikh community, it has also gained popularity among other religious and cultural groups in India and around the world, particularly among those with an appreciation for its spiritual and meaningful roots.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Gurpreet over time
The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Gurpreet in England and Wales, from 1996 to 2018. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Gurpreet, the clearest high point is 1996. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2018, compared with 30 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Gurpreet by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Gurpreet 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 | #4788 | 26 | 6 |
| 2000s | #2153 | 118 | 10 |
| 1990s | #830 | 107 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Gurpreet
- Grace 79,208
- Georgia 48,838
- Gracie 18,387
- Georgina 15,599
- Gabriella 10,902
- Gemma 8,350
- Gabrielle 7,154
- Georgie 4,883
- Gabriela 3,300
- Genevieve 2,393
- Gracie-Mae 1,727
- Greta 1,283
FAQ
Gurpreet: questions and answers
How popular is the name Gurpreet in the UK right now?
In 2018, Gurpreet was ranked #5666 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Gurpreet most popular?
The peak year on record was 1996, with 30 babies registered as Gurpreet in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Gurpreet?
A masculine name of Punjabi origin, derived from the Sanskrit words "guru" and "preet," meaning "beloved of the guru.".
How many people are called Gurpreet in the UK?
A total of 251 babies have been registered as Gurpreet across the 20 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.