Gurleen
Gurleen is a Sikh girl name of Punjabi (Sikh) origin, meaning “Absorbed in the Guru”.
| Meaning | Absorbed in the Guru |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Punjabi (Sikh) |
| Written as | ਗੁਰਲੀਨ |
| Pronunciation | gur-LEEN |
| Tradition | Sikh |
| Used in | India, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia |
Meaning and origin of Gurleen
Gurleen combines Gur, 'Guru', with leen, 'absorbed' or 'immersed', so it describes one who is lost in devotion to the Guru. Names ending in -leen, such as Harleen and Simarleen, became very popular among Sikh girls in the late twentieth century. It is used mostly for girls with Kaur, though occasionally for boys. Its soft sound has also made it popular with Sikh families in Canada and Australia.
Is Gurleen a Sikh name?
Gurleen is a Sikh name expressing deep absorption in the Guru's word; it is chiefly a girls' name with Kaur.
How popular is Gurleen?
A popular girls' name among Sikh families.
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Spellings and variants of Gurleen
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Gurleen mean?
Gurleen means 'Absorbed in the Guru'. It is of Punjabi (Sikh) origin.
Is Gurleen a Sikh name?
Gurleen is a Sikh name expressing deep absorption in the Guru's word; it is chiefly a girls' name with Kaur.
How do you pronounce Gurleen?
Gurleen is pronounced gur-LEEN.
Is Gurleen a boy or girl name?
Gurleen is usually a girl name.