Holding steady, #8,910 for boys today.
Popularity of Gurveer since 1994
Babies named Gurveer per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 65 |
| 2010s | 87 |
| 2020s | 39 |
Meaning & origin
Gurveer is a Sikh name meaning 'warrior of the guru,' rooted in the Sanskrit elements 'guru' (teacher) and 'vira' (hero). It first appeared in U.S. records in 1994 and reached its peak rank of 8910 in 2007, reflecting a stable trajectory of moderate use. In 2025, the name had an incidence of 1 in 213,510 newborns, maintaining steady appeal within Sikh communities. While not consistently appearing in any single U.S. state top lists, Gurveer is most common in states with sizable South Asian populations, such as California and New York.
Gurveer is a Sikh name derived from the Sanskrit elements 'guru' (teacher, spiritual guide) and 'vira' (hero, warrior). It is commonly used among Punjabi-speaking Sikh families, reflecting the community's emphasis on courage and devotion. The name gained prominence in the late 20th century and remains a popular choice for boys in Sikh diaspora communities.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Guru, Veer, Guri
Variants: Gurvīr, Gurvir
Sibling names for Gurveer
Names that share Gurveer's style, for a brother or sister.
