Pawandeep
Pawandeep is a Sikh unisex name of Punjabi, from Sanskrit origin, meaning “Lamp of the wind; pure light”.
| Meaning | Lamp of the wind; pure light |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Punjabi, from Sanskrit |
| Written as | ਪਵਨਦੀਪ |
| Pronunciation | PUH-wun-deep |
| Tradition | Sikh |
| Used in | India, United Kingdom, Canada |
Meaning and origin of Pawandeep
Pawandeep joins pawan, 'wind' or 'pure', with deep, 'lamp' or 'light'. It is usually explained as 'lamp that shines even in the wind' or 'pure light'. The name is used by Sikh and some Punjabi Hindu families and is given to both boys and girls. A well-known bearer is the singer Pawandeep Rajan, who won the twelfth season of Indian Idol in 2021.
Is Pawandeep a Sikh name?
Pawandeep is chiefly a Sikh name; like most Sikh names it is unisex, with Singh or Kaur added to show gender.
How popular is Pawandeep?
Used among Punjabi families in India and abroad.
Gifts with the name Pawandeep
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Spellings and variants of Pawandeep
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Pawandeep mean?
Pawandeep means 'Lamp of the wind; pure light'. It is of Punjabi, from Sanskrit origin.
Is Pawandeep a Sikh name?
Pawandeep is chiefly a Sikh name; like most Sikh names it is unisex, with Singh or Kaur added to show gender.
How do you pronounce Pawandeep?
Pawandeep is pronounced PUH-wun-deep.
Is Pawandeep a boy or girl name?
Pawandeep is used for both boys and girls.