Singh and Kaur
Khalsa men take the name Singh (lion) and women take Kaur (princess/sovereign).
Upon initiation, men add Singh (lion) and women add Kaur (princess/sovereign) to their names. This eliminates caste-identifying surnames and establishes equality and dignity.
Let the Singhs and Kaurs stand as one family.
These names abolished caste distinctions and established Sikh identity.
Naming Convention