Gurcharan
Gurcharan is a Sikh boy name of Punjabi (Sikh) origin, meaning “The Guru's feet”.
| Meaning | The Guru's feet |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Punjabi (Sikh) |
| Written as | ਗੁਰਚਰਨ |
| Pronunciation | gur-CHUH-run |
| Tradition | Sikh |
| Used in | India, United Kingdom, Canada |
Meaning and origin of Gurcharan
Gurcharan joins Gur, 'Guru', with charan, 'feet'. Taking refuge at the Guru's feet is a classic image of humility and devotion in Indian religions, and it appears often in Gurbani. The name was common in the twentieth century; the economist and writer Gurcharan Das is a well-known bearer. It is used for both men and women. Charan also appears in other names like Harcharan.
Is Gurcharan a Sikh name?
Gurcharan is a Sikh name expressing humble devotion to the Guru; it is used with Singh or Kaur.
How popular is Gurcharan?
Mainly found among older Sikh generations today.
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Spellings and variants of Gurcharan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gurcharan mean?
Gurcharan means 'The Guru's feet'. It is of Punjabi (Sikh) origin.
Is Gurcharan a Sikh name?
Gurcharan is a Sikh name expressing humble devotion to the Guru; it is used with Singh or Kaur.
How do you pronounce Gurcharan?
Gurcharan is pronounced gur-CHUH-run.
Is Gurcharan a boy or girl name?
Gurcharan is usually a boy name.