Japji - girls name

Japji name popularity, meaning and origin

Name Popularity: 75%

Japji name meaning:

The name Japji is of Indian origin and has its roots in Sikhism. It is a combination of two words: "Jap" means to chant or recite, and "ji" is a term of respect. Japji holds significant spiritual importance as it refers to the recitation of the Japji Sahib, which is the first composition in the Guru Granth Sahib, the holy scripture of Sikhs.

The Japji Sahib is a prayer composed by Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism. It consists of 38 hymns that encompass profound spiritual wisdom and teachings. The recitation of Japji Sahib is considered a powerful practice that helps in attaining spiritual enlightenment and connecting with the divine.

Thus, the name Japji signifies a person who is dedicated to the spiritual path of Sikhism, someone who embodies the essence of this sacred prayer. It suggests qualities like devotion, reverence, and a deep connection with God. The name Japji is bestowed upon girls with the hope that they will carry forward the spiritual legacy of Sikhism and lead a life filled with love, compassion, and righteousness.

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Statistics

Overall UK ranking: 1402 out of 5581

22 recorded births last year

Change in rank

  • 10yrs

    1783
  • 5yrs

    169
  • 1yr

    216

    Regional popularity

    Ranking for this name in various UK regions

  • Scotland (1490)

Historical popularity of Japji

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