ਗੁਰਤੇਜ

Gurtej

boyPunjabi (Sikh)Sikh

Gurtej is a Sikh boy name of Punjabi (Sikh) origin, meaning “Radiance of the Guru”.

MeaningRadiance of the Guru
GenderBoy
OriginPunjabi (Sikh)
Written asਗੁਰਤੇਜ
Pronunciationgur-TAYJ
TraditionSikh
Used inIndia, Canada

Meaning and origin of Gurtej

Gurtej links gur with tej, a word from Sanskrit tejas meaning brilliance, splendour or spiritual power. The name suggests someone who shines with the Guru's light or glory. It is a short, strong-sounding name that has been used by Sikh men for several generations, and it sits beside similar names such as Tejinder and Tejpal.

Is Gurtej a Sikh name?

Gurtej is a Sikh name invoking the Guru's radiance. It is mainly given to boys, with Singh.

How popular is Gurtej?

Moderately common among Punjabi Sikhs.

Gifts with the name Gurtej

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Spellings and variants of Gurtej

Gur TejGurtejbir

Names similar to Gurtej

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Gurtej mean?

Gurtej means 'Radiance of the Guru'. It is of Punjabi (Sikh) origin.

Is Gurtej a Sikh name?

Gurtej is a Sikh name invoking the Guru's radiance. It is mainly given to boys, with Singh.

How do you pronounce Gurtej?

Gurtej is pronounced gur-TAYJ.

Is Gurtej a boy or girl name?

Gurtej is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.