Gurtej is an Indian male given name of Sanskrit origin, meaning "mountain of light". It is composed of two elements: 'guru', which means 'teacher' or 'spiritual guide', and 'tej', denoting 'light'. Therefore, Gurtej can be interpreted as a person who radiates wisdom or enlightened knowledge. This name holds significant cultural value in India and is often chosen for its spiritual connotations and auspicious meaning.
The name Gurtej has seen fluctuating popularity over the past few decades, with a total of 68 babies being named Gurtej between 1995 and 2023. The most popular years for this name were 1995 and 2019, each having 9 births. However, there's been a noticeable decline in popularity since the mid-2000s, with only one year (2023) seeing more than five births in the past decade.