ADHIKARI
Adhikari
The British surname Adhikari originated from South Asia, particularly from the regions of Nepal, India, and Bangladesh. It is a surname commonly used by families of the Brahmin and Kshatriya communities, denoting high social status. The meaning of the surname "Adhikari" is derived from Sanskrit and signifies a leader, chief, or someone who holds a position of authority.
Through migration patterns and globalisation, the surname Adhikari has also found its way to the United Kingdom and is borne by British citizens of South Asian descent. As part of the British multicultural society, individuals with the surname Adhikari have contributed to various fields such as academia, business, politics, and the arts.
Due to the diverse cultural heritage associated with the surname, Adhikari families in Britain often celebrate traditional festivals, maintain connections with their ancestral homelands, and seek to preserve their cultural identity. The surname Adhikari serves as a reminder of the rich history and heritage that individuals of South Asian descent bring to the United Kingdom, adding to the cultural tapestry of British society.
There are approximately 332 people named Adhikari in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Adhikari.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Akshay
- Gopal
- Kamal
- Krishna
- Omkar
- Prakash
- Prateek
- Ram
- Ramesh
- Sanju
- Subash
Female
- Chandra
- Joanna
- Karenza
- Mukta
- Neeru
- Pratibha
- Renu
- Shakuntala
- Sharon
- Sonia