Agamdeep
A masculine name of Indian origin meaning "light of knowledge".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Agamdeep. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Agamdeep today is around 6 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Agamdeep births was 2020 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Agamdeep. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Agamdeep with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Agamdeep. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2020
5 babies that year
Average age
6
years old
2020 SSA rank
#12,070
Tracked since 2020
Popularity
Agamdeep: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Agamdeep by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Agamdeep during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Agamdeep
The name Agamdeep has its origins in the Sanskrit language, which was the classical language of ancient India. It is a compound word formed by combining the Sanskrit words "agam" and "deep." The word "agam" means "immeasurable" or "infinite," while "deep" means "light" or "lamp."
Together, the name Agamdeep can be interpreted to mean "infinite light," "immeasurable light," or "light of the infinite." This name carries spiritual and philosophical connotations, reflecting the rich cultural and religious heritage of the Indian subcontinent.
The name Agamdeep is primarily associated with the Sikh faith, which originated in the Punjab region of India and Pakistan during the 15th century. It is believed that the name gained popularity among the Sikh community, as it resonated with the principles of enlightenment and spiritual awakening emphasized in Sikhism.
While the exact origins of the name Agamdeep are not well documented, it is likely that it was used as a given name in the Punjab region during the medieval period, when the Sikh faith was taking root. The name may have been inspired by the teachings of the Sikh Gurus, who emphasized the pursuit of knowledge and the attainment of divine wisdom.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Agamdeep can be found in the 18th century, when Agamdeep Singh, a prominent Sikh warrior and leader, fought against the Mughal Empire and the Afghan invaders. He was known for his valor and dedication to defending the Sikh community.
Another notable figure with the name Agamdeep is Agamdeep Singh Bains, an Indian cricketer who played domestic cricket for Punjab in the early 2000s. He was a right-arm medium-fast bowler and represented India in the Under-19 World Cup in 2002.
In the realm of Sikh literature, Agamdeep Singh Dhunga is a renowned poet and writer who has contributed significantly to the preservation and promotion of the Punjabi language and Sikh literary traditions.
Agamdeep Kaur, born in the late 20th century, is a prominent Sikh activist and advocate for women's rights and gender equality. She has been actively involved in various social and political movements, working to empower women and promote social justice.
Agamdeep Singh Dhaliwal, a Canadian police officer of Sikh descent, gained international recognition for his efforts to uphold religious freedom and diversity within law enforcement. He was tragically killed in the line of duty in 2019, and his legacy has inspired discussions about inclusivity and respect for religious beliefs in the workplace.
People
Agamdeep + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Agamdeep as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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Other first names starting with A with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Agamdeep: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Agamdeep?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Agamdeep going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Agamdeep a common name?
We classify Agamdeep as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Agamdeep most popular?
The single biggest year for Agamdeep was 2020, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Agamdeep is about 6 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Agamdeep in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Agamdeep a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Agamdeep in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Agamdeep still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Agamdeep in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Agamdeep can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Agamdeep?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.