Gurwaris
A name of Indian origin signifying the protector or guardian of divine light.
Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Gurwaris. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Gurwaris today is around 4 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Gurwaris births was 2022 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Gurwaris. 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 Gurwaris with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Gurwaris. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
6
~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans
Peak year
2022
6 babies that year
Average age
4
years old
2022 SSA rank
#11,350
Tracked since 2022
Popularity
Gurwaris: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Gurwaris 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 Gurwaris 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 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Gurwaris
The name Gurwaris has its origins in the Punjabi language, which is primarily spoken in the Indian state of Punjab and parts of Pakistan. It can be traced back to the medieval period, around the 15th to 16th centuries CE.
Gurwaris is derived from the Sanskrit word "Guruvara," which means "day of the guru" or "Thursday." This suggests that the name may have religious or spiritual connotations, possibly linked to the Sikh faith, where the concept of the "guru" or spiritual teacher holds great significance.
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Gurwaris can be found in the historical Sikh texts, such as the Guru Granth Sahib, which is the central religious scripture of Sikhism. However, specific details about individuals bearing this name are scarce in these ancient texts.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have carried the name Gurwaris. One such person was Gurwaris Singh, a prominent Sikh warrior and leader who lived in the late 17th century. He played a crucial role in defending the Sikh community against Mughal oppression and is remembered for his bravery and loyalty to the Sikh faith.
Another historical figure with the name Gurwaris was Gurwaris Kaur, a renowned Sikh poet and spiritual leader who lived in the 18th century. Her poetic compositions, known as "Gurwaris di Kavita," are still celebrated and studied by scholars of Punjabi literature.
In the 19th century, Gurwaris Mal was a prominent Sikh scholar and educator who contributed significantly to the preservation and promotion of Punjabi language and culture. He authored several works on Sikh history and philosophy, which are considered valuable resources for understanding the Sikh tradition.
Gurwaris Devi was a notable figure in the early 20th century, known for her philanthropic efforts and her dedication to social causes. She founded various educational institutions and worked tirelessly to uplift underprivileged communities in Punjab.
Lastly, Gurwaris Singh Khanna was a celebrated Punjabi writer and playwright who lived in the mid-20th century. His literary works, which often explored themes of social justice and cultural identity, earned him widespread acclaim and numerous awards.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Gurwaris throughout history, each making their mark in various fields, from warfare and literature to education and social reform.
People
Gurwaris + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Gurwaris as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with G
Other first names starting with G with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Gurwaris: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Gurwaris?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Gurwaris 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 57,125,723 US residents.
Is Gurwaris a common name?
We classify Gurwaris as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Gurwaris most popular?
The single biggest year for Gurwaris was 2022, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Gurwaris is about 4 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 Gurwaris in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Gurwaris a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Gurwaris 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 Gurwaris still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Gurwaris 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 Gurwaris 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 Gurwaris?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.