Mandeep
Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Mandeep: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 1979.
Mandeep, a vibrant name of Punjabi origin, combines *man*, meaning "mind" or "heart," with *deep*, meaning "lamp" or "light," so it beautifully translates as "light of the mind" or "lamp of the heart." It is predominantly used among Sikh families, where it reflects spiritual illumination. Famous bearers include Mandeep Singh, the Indian cricketer who plays for Royal Challengers Bangalore in the IPL, and Mandeep Dhillon, a British actress known for her roles in *After Life* and *The Mighty Boosh*. The name shares its second element with the much more common Scottish name *Deepak* (also meaning "lamp"). A softer variant, *Mandeepa*, is sometimes used for girls, though Mandeep is largely masculine. While not a Scottish native name, it has become a familiar and warmly received addition to the multicultural tapestry of modern Scotland.
Girl 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 19793 babies
- Latest (1979)
- #5353 babies
- Total births
- 3since 1979
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y