Gurbachan
Gurbachan is a Sikh boy name of Punjabi (Sikh) origin, meaning “The Guru's word or promise”.
| Meaning | The Guru's word or promise |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Punjabi (Sikh) |
| Written as | ਗੁਰਬਚਨ |
| Pronunciation | gur-BUH-chun |
| Tradition | Sikh |
| Used in | India, United Kingdom, Canada |
Meaning and origin of Gurbachan
Gurbachan combines Gur, 'Guru', with bachan, Punjabi for 'word', 'saying' or 'promise' (from Sanskrit vachana). It means the Guru's word or promise, and points to the teachings of the Sikh Gurus. The name was widely used in the twentieth century; the Indian Olympic hurdler Gurbachan Singh Randhawa is one bearer. It is often shortened to Bachan in everyday speech within families.
Is Gurbachan a Sikh name?
Gurbachan is a Sikh name honouring the Guru's teaching; it is used for both men and women, with Singh or Kaur.
How popular is Gurbachan?
Mostly found among older Sikh generations today.
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Spellings and variants of Gurbachan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gurbachan mean?
Gurbachan means 'The Guru's word or promise'. It is of Punjabi (Sikh) origin.
Is Gurbachan a Sikh name?
Gurbachan is a Sikh name honouring the Guru's teaching; it is used for both men and women, with Singh or Kaur.
How do you pronounce Gurbachan?
Gurbachan is pronounced gur-BUH-chun.
Is Gurbachan a boy or girl name?
Gurbachan is usually a boy name.