Indian name meaning
Nanak
♂ BoyNa·nak · 2 syllables
Guru Nanak, the first Sikh Guru
- Origin
- Punjabi
- Most used by
- Sikh families
- Commonly used in
- Punjab & North-West India
Based on how often the name appears in Indian public population records. Newer, trend-driven names can rank low here even when they’re popular for today’s newborns.
Curious, adaptable and freedom-loving — thrives on change, travel and variety.
The letters of Nanak add up to 14, which reduces to 5.
About the name Nanak
Nanak is a boy's name of Punjabi origin, most commonly given in Sikh families and popular in Punjab & North-West India. It carries the meaning “Guru Nanak, the first Sikh Guru.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Nanak has the name number 5, “The Explorer.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nanak mean?
Nanak means “Guru Nanak, the first Sikh Guru.” It is a boy's name of Punjabi origin.
Is Nanak a boy or a girl name?
Nanak is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Nanak?
Nanak is of Punjabi origin and is most commonly used in Sikh families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Nanak?
In the Chaldean system, Nanak has the name number 5, “The Explorer.”
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