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Guru

Pronunciation: [ g-OOR-oo ]

Boy Name #11,330 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Guru is a boy name, recorded for 8 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced g-OOR-oo.

Parents who love the name Guru often also consider Gussie, Guadalupe, Guy .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #11,330
Total SSA Count: 8

Alternative Spellings

Gurbaaz #2334 Gurfateh #3992

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Frequently Asked Questions About Guru

Is Guru a boy or girl name?

Guru is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Guru?

Guru is pronounced g-OOR-oo.

How popular is the name Guru?

Guru is currently ranked #11330 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Is Guru a common or rare name?

Guru is an uncommon name, ranked #11330 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Guru

Guru is a boy name .

Guru is currently ranked #11,330 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Guru include Gurbaaz, Gurfateh . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.