Charanjit
Charanjit is a Sikh unisex name of Punjabi (Sikh) origin, meaning “Victory through the Guru's feet”.
| Meaning | Victory through the Guru's feet |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Punjabi (Sikh) |
| Written as | ਚਰਨਜੀਤ |
| Pronunciation | chuh-run-JEET |
| Tradition | Sikh |
| Used in | India, United Kingdom, Canada |
Meaning and origin of Charanjit
Charanjit is built from charan, the feet of the Guru or God, and jit, victory. The usual explanation is that true victory comes through humble devotion at the Guru's feet rather than through worldly power. It is one of many Sikh names ending in -jit, such as Manjit and Harjit, and became very common in Punjab during the twentieth century. Former Punjab chief minister Charanjit Singh Channi is a well-known bearer.
Is Charanjit a Sikh name?
Charanjit is a typical Sikh name and is used for both sexes, with Singh for men and Kaur for women. The image of the Guru's feet appears often in the Guru Granth Sahib as a symbol of refuge.
How popular is Charanjit?
Widely used among Sikhs in Punjab and abroad, especially in older generations.
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Spellings and variants of Charanjit
Names similar to Charanjit
More Sikh unisex names
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Charanjit mean?
Charanjit means 'Victory through the Guru's feet'. It is of Punjabi (Sikh) origin.
Is Charanjit a Sikh name?
Charanjit is a typical Sikh name and is used for both sexes, with Singh for men and Kaur for women. The image of the Guru's feet appears often in the Guru Granth Sahib as a symbol of refuge.
How do you pronounce Charanjit?
Charanjit is pronounced chuh-run-JEET.
Is Charanjit a boy or girl name?
Charanjit is used for both boys and girls.