UK name, mostly boys
Gursahib
The masculine name of Indian/Punjabi origin meaning "lord's master".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Gursahib is mostly registered for boys in the UK records. People looking for Gursahib popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2088, with 11 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2023, with 14 births.
This profile covers 95 England and Wales registrations across 16 recorded years from 2006 to 2024. 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 79% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 94 living people in the UK are called Gursahib. 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 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Gursahib ranked #2088 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 11 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2023, when 14 boys were registered as Gursahib.
- • About 94 living people in the UK are estimated to have Gursahib as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
- • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 96.0% of Gursahib registrations are for boys.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2088
2024
Births in 2024
11
Latest year
Peak year
2023
14 births
Estimated living
94
2026
Gender
Boy and girl registrations for Gursahib
In England and Wales birth records, Gursahib has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 96.0% of registrations are for boys and 4.0% 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.
Gursahib registered for boys
- Ranked #2,088 in 2024
- 11 boys registered in 2024
- Peak: 2023 (14 births)
Gursahib registered for girls
- Ranked #4,843 in 2024
- 4 girls registered in 2024
- Peak: 2024 (4 births)
Meaning
What does Gursahib mean?
Gursahib is a name of Indian origin, derived from the combination of two words in the Punjabi language: "Gur" meaning teacher or spiritual guide, and "Sahib" meaning lord or master. This name has its roots in the Sikh religion and culture, which originated in the Punjab region of the Indian subcontinent during the 15th century.
The name Gursahib is closely associated with the Sikh Gurus, who were the spiritual leaders and teachers of the Sikh faith. The term "Gursahib" is often used as a respectful form of address for the Sikh Gurus, particularly Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism, and Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the tenth and final human Guru.
In Sikh scriptures and historical records, the name Gursahib is frequently mentioned in reference to the Sikh Gurus and their teachings. It is a name that carries great reverence and importance within the Sikh tradition, symbolizing the idea of a spiritual teacher or guide who leads others on the path of righteousness and enlightenment.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Gursahib can be found in the writings of Bhai Gurdas Ji, a renowned Sikh scholar and poet who lived during the 16th and 17th centuries. In his verses, he often referred to Guru Nanak Dev Ji as "Gursahib," honoring him as the supreme spiritual guide and teacher.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who have borne the name Gursahib. One such individual was Gursahib Singh (1835-1923), a prominent Sikh warrior and leader who played a significant role in the Indian Rebellion of 1857 against British colonial rule. Another was Gursahib Singh Kala (1882-1959), a Sikh scholar and theologian who made valuable contributions to the understanding and interpretation of Sikh scriptures.
Gursahib Singh Brar (1920-1987) was a highly respected Sikh military officer who served in the British Indian Army and later the Indian Army, earning numerous honors and decorations for his bravery and leadership. Gursahib Singh Sandhu (1934-2022) was a renowned Sikh author and playwright, known for his works that explored the themes of Sikh identity and culture.
Additionally, Gursahib Singh Sidhu (1945-2022) was a prominent Sikh activist and community leader who dedicated his life to promoting education and social welfare initiatives within the Sikh community, both in India and abroad.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Gursahib over time
The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Gursahib in England and Wales, from 2006 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Gursahib, the clearest high point is 2023. The latest England and Wales figure is 11 births in 2024, compared with 14 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Gursahib by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Gursahib 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #2728 | 42 | 5 |
| 2010s | #3539 | 45 | 9 |
| 2000s | #3565 | 8 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Gursahib
- 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
Gursahib: questions and answers
How popular is the name Gursahib in the UK right now?
In 2024, Gursahib was ranked #2088 for boys in England and Wales, with 11 births registered.
When was Gursahib most popular?
The peak year on record was 2023, with 14 babies registered as Gursahib in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Gursahib?
The masculine name of Indian/Punjabi origin meaning "lord's master".
How many people are called Gursahib in the UK?
A total of 95 babies have been registered as Gursahib across the 16 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.