Khushwant
Khushwant is a Sikh boy name of Punjabi origin, meaning “Happy, full of joy”.
| Meaning | Happy, full of joy |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Punjabi |
| Written as | ਖੁਸ਼ਵੰਤ |
| Pronunciation | KHUSH-vunt |
| Tradition | Sikh |
| Used in | India, Canada, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Khushwant
Khushwant joins khush, happy, with the suffix -want, meaning possessing or full of, so it describes someone filled with happiness. The best-known bearer is the writer and journalist Khushwant Singh, author of Train to Pakistan and a history of the Sikhs. The name has an old-fashioned Punjabi feel and is used mostly by Sikh families.
Is Khushwant a Sikh name?
A Sikh name used with Singh for boys (and occasionally with Kaur for girls), reflecting the generally unisex nature of Sikh first names.
How popular is Khushwant?
Established among Sikhs, more typical of older generations.
Gifts with the name Khushwant
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Khushwant mean?
Khushwant means 'Happy, full of joy'. It is of Punjabi origin.
Is Khushwant a Sikh name?
A Sikh name used with Singh for boys (and occasionally with Kaur for girls), reflecting the generally unisex nature of Sikh first names.
How do you pronounce Khushwant?
Khushwant is pronounced KHUSH-vunt.
Is Khushwant a boy or girl name?
Khushwant is usually a boy name.