ਕੰਵਲਦੀਪ

Kanwaldeep

unisexPunjabi (Sikh)Sikh

Kanwaldeep is a Sikh unisex name of Punjabi (Sikh) origin, meaning “Lamp of the lotus”.

MeaningLamp of the lotus
GenderUnisex
OriginPunjabi (Sikh)
Written asਕੰਵਲਦੀਪ
PronunciationKUN-wul-deep
TraditionSikh
Used inIndia, Canada, United Kingdom

Meaning and origin of Kanwaldeep

Kanwaldeep joins kanwal, the Punjabi form of kamal, 'lotus', with deep, 'lamp'. It is the Punjabi version of Kamaldeep, using the softened spoken form found in Gurbani. The lotus that stays clean while growing in mud is a recurring image in the Guru Granth Sahib for living in the world without attachment. The name is given to both boys and girls.

Is Kanwaldeep a Sikh name?

Kanwaldeep is a Sikh name and, like most Sikh names, unisex: Kaur follows it for girls and Singh for boys.

How popular is Kanwaldeep?

Common among Sikh families in Punjab and the diaspora.

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Spellings and variants of Kanwaldeep

KanwaldipKamaldeepKawaldeep

Names similar to Kanwaldeep

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Kanwaldeep mean?

Kanwaldeep means 'Lamp of the lotus'. It is of Punjabi (Sikh) origin.

Is Kanwaldeep a Sikh name?

Kanwaldeep is a Sikh name and, like most Sikh names, unisex: Kaur follows it for girls and Singh for boys.

How do you pronounce Kanwaldeep?

Kanwaldeep is pronounced KUN-wul-deep.

Is Kanwaldeep a boy or girl name?

Kanwaldeep is used for both boys and girls.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.