Mankirat
Mankirat is a Sikh unisex name of Punjabi (Sikh) origin, meaning “Mind devoted to praise or honest work”.
| Meaning | Mind devoted to praise or honest work |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Punjabi (Sikh) |
| Written as | ਮਨਕੀਰਤ |
| Pronunciation | mun-KEE-rut |
| Tradition | Sikh |
| Used in | India, Canada, United Kingdom, United States |
Meaning and origin of Mankirat
Mankirat joins man, 'mind', with kirat, a word that in Punjabi means honest labour, as in kirat karni, one of the three pillars of Sikh life, and that is also linked with kirtan, the singing of God's praises. The name is therefore explained either as 'a mind devoted to honest work' or 'a mind absorbed in praise', and families may lean on either sense. It is a modern Sikh name.
Is Mankirat a Sikh name?
Like most Sikh names it is unisex, with Singh for boys and Kaur for girls; its meaning echoes the Sikh duty of earning an honest living.
How popular is Mankirat?
Used among Sikh families, more so in recent decades.
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Spellings and variants of Mankirat
Names similar to Mankirat
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mankirat mean?
Mankirat means 'Mind devoted to praise or honest work'. It is of Punjabi (Sikh) origin.
Is Mankirat a Sikh name?
Like most Sikh names it is unisex, with Singh for boys and Kaur for girls; its meaning echoes the Sikh duty of earning an honest living.
How do you pronounce Mankirat?
Mankirat is pronounced mun-KEE-rut.
Is Mankirat a boy or girl name?
Mankirat is used for both boys and girls.