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Amanpreet

ਅਮਨਪ੍ਰੀਤAH-mahn-preet · Light of peace

Peak popularity
1999
Usually for
Girls & boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Amanpreet since 1987

Babies named Amanpreet per year in U.S. Social Security records.

48121990200020102020Most births 1994GirlsBoys
GirlsBoys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirlsBoys
1980s150
1990s795
2000s3129
2010s00
2020s00

Meaning & origin

Amanpreet is a modern Punjabi-Sanskrit compound name that first appeared in U.S. Social Security data in 1987, reflecting the growth of the Sikh diaspora in America. The name reached its peak popularity in 1999 for both genders, with usage remaining stable since then. Primarily found in communities with Punjabi heritage, Amanpreet ranks outside the national top 1000 names but has consistent usage in California, New York, and Texas. The name's construction from 'aman' (peace) and 'preet' (love/light) is typical of modern Sikh naming traditions that blend traditional spiritual concepts with contemporary sound combinations.

Amanpreet (also spelled Amanpreet) is a modern Sikh name from Punjabi and Sanskrit elements. 'Aman' means 'peace' and 'preet' means 'love' or 'light'. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century among Sikh families, particularly in the Punjab region of India and the diaspora.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Aman, Preet

Variants: Amanpreet, Aman Priya

Sibling names for Amanpreet

Names that share Amanpreet's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Amanpreet mean?
Amanpreet combines two elements meaning 'peace' (aman) and 'light' or 'love' (preet), together conveying 'light of peace' or 'peaceful love'.
Is Amanpreet a boy or girl name?
Amanpreet is a unisex name, equally used for boys and girls in Sikh communities.
How popular is the name Amanpreet?
Amanpreet first appeared in U.S. records in 1987, peaked in 1999 for boys, and remained stable in usage through the 2000s and 2010s. It is not among the top 1000 names nationally.