Holding steady.
Popularity of Mandeep since 1976
Babies named Mandeep per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 0 | 13 |
| 1980s | 70 | 98 |
| 1990s | 90 | 100 |
| 2000s | 0 | 40 |
| 2010s | 0 | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Mandeep first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1976, entering during a period of increased immigration from South Asia. The name reached its highest annual count in 1988, reflecting the broader popularity of compound names like 'Amandeep' and 'Harpreet' among Indian families. Since then, its usage has remained relatively stable, though it has never entered the top 1000 and therefore lacks a precise rank. The name's enduring appeal lies in its poetic meaning and its connection to cultural traditions. Based on Social Security Administration data, Mandeep is most commonly given to boys, consistent with its use in Sikh naming practices where 'Singh' is appended for males.
Mandeep is a compound of the Sanskrit elements 'manas' (mind) and 'dipa' (lamp, light), yielding the meaning 'light of the mind' or 'lamp of the intellect.' It is a common name among Sikh and Hindu communities, particularly in the Punjab region of India. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century as part of a broader trend of compound names in Indian naming traditions.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Man, Deep
Variants: Mandeep, Mandeep Kaur, Mandeep Singh
Sibling names for Mandeep
Names that share Mandeep's style, for a brother or sister.
