Sukhjot
A name of Indian origin meaning "from prosperous family".
Name Census estimates that about 11 living Americans carry the first name Sukhjot. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Sukhjot today is around 20 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Sukhjot births was 2010 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Sukhjot. 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 Sukhjot with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Sukhjot. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
11
~ 1 in 31,159,485 Americans
Peak year
2010
6 babies that year
Average age
20
years old
2010 SSA rank
#12,005
Tracked since 2000
Popularity
Sukhjot: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Sukhjot from the 2000s through to the 2010s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 6 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Sukhjot 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 Sukhjot during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Sukhjot
The given name Sukhjot has its origins in the Punjabi language, which is primarily spoken in the Indian states of Punjab and Haryana, as well as in the Pakistani province of Punjab. The name is derived from the Sanskrit words "sukh," meaning happiness or peace, and "jot," meaning light or radiance. Therefore, the name Sukhjot can be translated to mean "the light of happiness" or "the radiance of peace."
The earliest recorded instances of the name Sukhjot can be traced back to the 16th century, during the era of the Sikh Gurus. The name is believed to have been popularized by the teachings of Guru Nanak Dev, the founder of Sikhism, who emphasized the importance of inner peace and spiritual enlightenment. The name may have been given to individuals who embodied these principles or who were born during times of great joy and happiness.
In ancient Sikh scriptures, such as the Guru Granth Sahib, the concept of "sukh" (happiness or peace) is frequently mentioned and revered. The name Sukhjot reflects this spiritual and philosophical significance in Sikh tradition, making it a popular choice among Sikh families.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Sukhjot was Sukhjot Singh, a prominent Sikh warrior and military commander who lived in the late 17th century. He played a significant role in the defense of the Sikh community during the turbulent times of the Mughal Empire.
Another notable figure was Sukhjot Kaur, a revered Sikh woman who lived in the 18th century and was known for her devotion to the Sikh faith. She is remembered for her courage and determination in promoting the teachings of the Sikh Gurus.
In the 19th century, Sukhjot Singh Mallhi was a renowned Sikh poet and writer who contributed significantly to the literary traditions of Punjab. His works often celebrated the virtues of peace, spirituality, and the Sikh way of life.
The name Sukhjot also found its way into the realm of Sikh activism, with Sukhjot Kaur Dhillon being a prominent figure in the early 20th century. She was a dedicated advocate for women's rights and played a vital role in promoting education and social reforms within the Sikh community.
In more recent times, Sukhjot Singh Gill, a celebrated Punjabi folk singer and musician, has gained widespread recognition for his contribution to the preservation and promotion of traditional Punjabi music and culture.
People
Sukhjot + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Sukhjot as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with S
Other first names starting with S with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Sukhjot: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Sukhjot?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 11 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Sukhjot 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 31,159,485 US residents.
Is Sukhjot a common name?
We classify Sukhjot as "Very Rare". It ranks above 30.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 11 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Sukhjot most popular?
The single biggest year for Sukhjot was 2010, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Sukhjot is about 20 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 Sukhjot in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Sukhjot a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Sukhjot 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 Sukhjot still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Sukhjot 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 Sukhjot 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 Sukhjot?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.