Gurpreet

Gurpreet is a masculine given name of Punjabi origin, commonly used among Sikhs and Punjabis in India and in diaspora communities around the world. The name is formed from gur, meaning guru or teacher, and preet, meaning love or affection, conveying the idea of devotion to the guru or love for spiritual guidance.

Transliteration varies, with spellings such as Gurbreet, Gurbir, or Gurprit, and the name is typically written in Gurmukhi as ਗੁਰਪ੍ਰੀਤ. In practice, Gurpreet is mainly gendered as a male name in South Asia, but naming practices can vary by family and region in the diaspora.

The name is found across various professional fields, especially in India and among Punjabi communities abroad, including sports, entertainment, and public service. It is often chosen for its cultural and religious resonance within Sikh and Punjabi identities.

Notable individuals with the name include Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, an Indian professional football goalkeeper who has represented the India national team; and Gurpreet Ghuggi, an Indian actor and comedian known for his work in Punjabi and Hindi cinema. The name also appears in other contexts within South Asian communities, reflecting its ongoing cultural relevance.