Will my child share the name Gurtaj with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 16 UK babies named Gurtaj per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Gurtaj in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Gurtaj becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Gurtaj is rising: up 463 places since 2020, to #1,613 in 2025. Its best recorded position was #1,461 in 2023.

Is Gurtaj a good choice for a distinctive name?

Gurtaj is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Gurtaj a popular baby name in the United States?

Gurtaj does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Gurtaj is a distinctive choice, ranked #1613 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Gurtaj in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Gurtaj

Gurtaj is climbing rapidly up the charts, having climbed 559 places in just five years. Its best recorded rank was #1461 in 2023 — and current momentum suggests it could challenge that mark again. The name has been recorded in UK data since 2005.

Gurtaj is uncommon in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Gurtaj in their class.