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Why Sikh men use the name SinghIt's not just in writing; Singh, which means lion, is the middle or last name used by all Sikh Men. Sikh women have the middle or last name Kaur which means princess. These names were given to Sikhs by the 10th Guru (enlightened Master), Guru Gobind Singh ji, who himself adopted the name Singh, when receiving Amrit.

The ceremony known as Amrit Sanchar, was instituted by Guru Gobind Singh and then administered to Guru Gobind Singh. This is a ceremony where a person receives Amrit (immortal nectar) from 5 beloved Sikhs who are equivalent to the light of Guru Gobind Singh. Upon receiving Amrit, the person agrees to a lifelong code of conduct. A life of complete service, charity and meditation is expected of all Sikhs.

Sikhs regard all people equally, and do not use names which divide people based on caste, creed, color, religion, or any other dividing lines that can be made.

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