Find out how popular the first name Dilpreet has been for the last 24 years (from 1992 to 2015) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Dilpreet by gender

Based on the last 24 years of data, Dilpreet is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 51% of people named Dilpreet being male.

For the most recent data in 2015, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Dilpreet.

It's also interesting to see that despite Dilpreet being historically a mostly male name, the most recent data from 2015 shows a shift in the trend, with more female babies being named Dilpreet.

The history of the first name Dilpreet

Dilpreet is a modern name that originates from the Punjabi language spoken in the Indian subcontinent. It is a compound word formed by combining the Persian word "dil" meaning heart and the Sanskrit word "preet" meaning love or affection. The name can be interpreted as "beloved of the heart" or "loved by the heart."

The name is believed to have gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly among the Sikh community in the Indian states of Punjab, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh. While the individual elements of the name have ancient roots, there is no evidence of the specific name Dilpreet being widely used in historical texts or religious scriptures.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Dilpreet can be found in the Punjabi film industry of the 1980s. Dilpreet Kaur was a Punjabi actress who appeared in several Punjabi movies during that era. Unfortunately, precise details about her birth and death years are not readily available.

Another notable figure with the name Dilpreet is Dilpreet Singh, an Indian cricketer born in 1991. He has represented India in various age-group cricket tournaments and has played domestic cricket for Punjab.

Dilpreet Kaur Sidhu, born in 1995, is a weightlifter from India who won a gold medal at the 2018 Commonwealth Games in the 69kg category.

Dilpreet Brar, born in 1992, is an Indian chef and food writer known for her cookbooks and television appearances. She has hosted cooking shows on various Indian television channels and has a significant online presence.

Dilpreet Singh Dhillon, born in 1994, is a Canadian singer and songwriter of Punjabi descent. He has released several successful albums and has gained popularity in the Punjabi music industry.

It is important to note that while these are some examples of individuals with the name Dilpreet, the name has gained widespread popularity in recent times, and there may be many more individuals bearing this name who have not achieved significant public recognition or historical significance.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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