Sukhdeep
Sukhdeep is a Sikh unisex name of Punjabi (Sikh) origin, meaning “Lamp of peace and happiness”.
| Meaning | Lamp of peace and happiness |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Punjabi (Sikh) |
| Written as | ਸੁਖਦੀਪ |
| Pronunciation | sukh-DEEP |
| Tradition | Sikh |
| Used in | India, Canada, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Sukhdeep
Sukhdeep combines sukh, 'peace, comfort, happiness', with deep, 'lamp'. Sukh is a beloved word in Sikh devotion, as in Sukhmani Sahib, the 'Psalm of Peace' by Guru Arjan. The name has been one of the most familiar Punjabi names since the mid-twentieth century and is given to boys and girls alike. Sukh is often used as a nickname for any bearer of the name.
Is Sukhdeep a Sikh name?
Sukhdeep is a Sikh name and, like most, is unisex: Sukhdeep Singh for a boy, Sukhdeep Kaur for a girl.
How popular is Sukhdeep?
Very common in Punjab and the Sikh diaspora, especially among adults.
Gifts with the name Sukhdeep
- Sukhdeep name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Sukhdeep baby gifts (Amazon)
- Sikh baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Sukhdeep
Names similar to Sukhdeep
More Sikh unisex names
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sukhdeep mean?
Sukhdeep means 'Lamp of peace and happiness'. It is of Punjabi (Sikh) origin.
Is Sukhdeep a Sikh name?
Sukhdeep is a Sikh name and, like most, is unisex: Sukhdeep Singh for a boy, Sukhdeep Kaur for a girl.
How do you pronounce Sukhdeep?
Sukhdeep is pronounced sukh-DEEP.
Is Sukhdeep a boy or girl name?
Sukhdeep is used for both boys and girls.