ਹਰਕਿਰਨ

Harkiran

unisexPunjabi (Sikh)Sikh

Harkiran is a Sikh unisex name of Punjabi (Sikh) origin, meaning “Ray of God's light”.

MeaningRay of God's light
GenderUnisex
OriginPunjabi (Sikh)
Written asਹਰਕਿਰਨ
Pronunciationhur-KI-run
TraditionSikh
Used inIndia, Canada, United Kingdom

Meaning and origin of Harkiran

Harkiran joins har, God, with kiran, a ray of light, from Sanskrit kirana. The name pictures a person as a beam of divine light. It is used for girls and boys, perhaps slightly more for girls in recent years, and fits a family of Sikh names built on light, such as Harjot and Harnoor.

Is Harkiran a Sikh name?

A Sikh name expressing God's light; unisex, with Kaur or Singh.

How popular is Harkiran?

Moderately common among Sikh families.

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Spellings and variants of Harkiran

HarkirenKiran

Names similar to Harkiran

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Harkiran mean?

Harkiran means 'Ray of God's light'. It is of Punjabi (Sikh) origin.

Is Harkiran a Sikh name?

A Sikh name expressing God's light; unisex, with Kaur or Singh.

How do you pronounce Harkiran?

Harkiran is pronounced hur-KI-run.

Is Harkiran a boy or girl name?

Harkiran is used for both boys and girls.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.