Puneet
Puneet is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Pure, holy”.
| Meaning | Pure, holy |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | पुनीत |
| Pronunciation | poo-NEET |
| Tradition | Hindu, Sikh |
| Used in | India, Canada |
Meaning and origin of Puneet
Puneet comes from the Sanskrit punīta, 'purified, cleansed, holy', from the root pū, 'to purify'. It describes someone sacred and pure in character. The name is popular in North India and Punjab, and in Karnataka it is commonly spelled Puneeth, as with the late Kannada actor Puneeth Rajkumar. It was a fashionable boy's name in the 1980s and 1990s.
Is Puneet a Hindu name?
Puneet is used by both Hindu and Sikh Punjabi families, and its meaning of purity fits both traditions; it is not a deity name.
How popular is Puneet?
Fairly common in North India, Punjab and Karnataka.
Gifts with the name Puneet
- Puneet name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Puneet baby gifts (Amazon)
- Hindu baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Puneet
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Puneet mean?
Puneet means 'Pure, holy'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Puneet a Hindu name?
Puneet is used by both Hindu and Sikh Punjabi families, and its meaning of purity fits both traditions; it is not a deity name.
How do you pronounce Puneet?
Puneet is pronounced poo-NEET.
Is Puneet a boy or girl name?
Puneet is usually a boy name.