Gurman Boy

Popularity: #930 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: GUR-man //ˈɡɜr.mən//

Origin: Hebrew; Yiddish

Meaning: Hebrew: 'a man of God'; Yiddish: 'guardian'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Gurman has its roots in the Hebrew language, deriving from the word "german" which means "brother" or "related." This term has connections to the concept of kinship and familial bonds, reflecting a sense of community and unity. The name likely made its way into other languages through cultural exchanges and migrations, eventually being adopted into English usage, although its presence in English-speaking contexts is less documented compared to its origins.

Historically, the name Gurman does not have prominent figures or milestones directly associated with it in the same way that more widely recognized names do. However, it can be linked to the broader Jewish cultural and linguistic heritage, particularly during the medieval period when Hebrew names began to be adopted in various forms across Europe.

The name may also resonate with the Jewish diaspora's experiences, where names often carried significant familial and cultural meanings. In terms of cultural resonance, Gurman embodies themes of brotherhood and connection, which are central to many communities.

Names that signify familial ties often hold a special place in traditions and rituals, reinforcing the importance of family in cultural identity. While diminutive forms or variations may exist, the name Gurman itself stands as a testament to the enduring values of kinship and solidarity, reflecting a historical narrative that transcends individual recognition.

Famous people named Gurman

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Gurman Singh is a cricketer best known for playing in domestic leagues and representing his state team.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Gurman was first seen in the United States in 2000.

Gurman has ranked as high as #9850 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in California.

In the past 5 years the name Gurman has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Gurman is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Gurman was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Gurman.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 8 8 0
2024 6 6 0
2023 8 8 0
2022 8 8 0
2021 7 7 0
2020 5 5 0
2019 10 10 0
2018 16 16 0
2017 10 10 0
2016 22 15 7
2015 7 7 0
2014 15 15 0
2013 6 6 0
2012 16 10 6
2011 9 9 0
2010 8 8 0
2009 14 14 0
2007 8 8 0
2006 10 10 0
2003 5 5 0
2002 6 6 0
2000 6 6 0

Top States for Gurman (2018)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
CA 6
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