The Gurus deputy or noble of the Guru
A compound name of Punjabi and Persian origins. 'Gur' refers to the Guru (spiritual teacher in Sikhism), and 'Nawab' is a title of nobility or a deputy governor. Together, it signifies someone who serves as a noble representative of the spiritual teacher.
Less common today
Gurnawab isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,856 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
