ਗੁਣੀਤ

Guneet

unisexPunjabi (Sikh)Sikh

Guneet is a Sikh unisex name of Punjabi (Sikh) origin, meaning “Virtuous, full of good qualities”.

MeaningVirtuous, full of good qualities
GenderUnisex
OriginPunjabi (Sikh)
Written asਗੁਣੀਤ
Pronunciationgoo-NEET
TraditionSikh
Used inIndia, Canada, United Kingdom

Meaning and origin of Guneet

Guneet is a Sikh name based on gun, 'virtue' or 'good quality', and is usually explained as 'virtuous' or 'one with many good qualities'. Seeking virtue is a recurring theme in the Guru Granth Sahib, which speaks of acquiring gun and leaving behind avgun, faults. The name is used for girls and also for boys, as with the Indian film producer Guneet Monga, a woman.

Is Guneet a Sikh name?

Guneet is a Sikh name; like most Sikh names it is unisex, with Kaur or Singh showing gender.

How popular is Guneet?

Fairly common among Sikh families, mostly for girls.

Gifts with the name Guneet

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Spellings and variants of Guneet

Gunit

Names similar to Guneet

More Sikh unisex names

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Guneet mean?

Guneet means 'Virtuous, full of good qualities'. It is of Punjabi (Sikh) origin.

Is Guneet a Sikh name?

Guneet is a Sikh name; like most Sikh names it is unisex, with Kaur or Singh showing gender.

How do you pronounce Guneet?

Guneet is pronounced goo-NEET.

Is Guneet a boy or girl name?

Guneet is used for both boys and girls.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.