BAKRANIA
Bakrania
The surname Bakrania is of Indian origin, specifically associated with the Gujarat region. A common surname among members of the Gujarati community, Bakrania derives from the hereditary occupation of bakra, which refers to a goat. The suffix '-nia' signifies a familial connection or association.
Individuals bearing the Bakrania surname are often descendants of families traditionally involved in goat farming or trade. Over time, many branches of the Bakrania family may have diversified into various professions and industries, yet the surname serves as a reminder of their ancestral occupation.
The spread of Gujarati diaspora communities across the globe has led to the presence of individuals with the surname Bakrania in countries such as the United Kingdom, Canada, the United States, and beyond. They contribute to the rich cultural tapestry of their adopted homelands while retaining a connection to their Gujarati heritage.
The Bakrania surname carries a sense of pride and legacy for those who bear it, reflecting the importance of familial ties and traditional occupations within Indian communities. It serves as a symbol of continuity and identity, linking present generations to their ancestors and the roots of their family history.
There are approximately 410 people named Bakrania in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Bakrania.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anil
- Chetan
- Dharmesh
- Dipak
- Hamel
- Harshad
- Ketan
- Mahendra
- Mehul
- Rahul
- Rajesh
- Ramnik
- Ravi
- Vasant
- Vikash
Female
- Deepa
- Hansa
- Jayshree
- Nayana
- Priya
- Reena
- Sheena
- Smita
- Sonal
- Tina