Holding steady.
Popularity of Kirandeep since 1990
Babies named Kirandeep per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 79 |
| 2000s | 35 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Kirandeep is a compound name from Sanskrit roots, meaning 'ray of light.' It first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1990, suggesting recent adoption in the American context. Its popularity peaked in 1996, after which it has maintained a steady but low usage, consistent with a 'stable' trajectory. The name has never broken into the top 1000 nationally, reflecting its niche but enduring appeal within communities that value its spiritual connotations. While no top states are recorded for Kirandeep, it aligns with naming trends in the 1990s among Indian American families.
Kirandeep is a compound name derived from the Sanskrit elements 'kiran' (किरण), meaning 'ray of light', and 'deep' (दीप), meaning 'lamp' or 'light'. The name is common among Punjabi and Sikh communities, where it carries spiritual connotations of enlightenment and divine grace. It has been used as a given name since the mid-20th century, particularly in India and the diaspora.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kiran, Deep, Kiri
Variants: Kirandeep Kaur, Kiran Deep, Kiranpreet
Sibling names for Kirandeep
Names that share Kirandeep's style, for a brother or sister.
