Bansal

Bansal is a British surname with origins in India. The surname is commonly found among individuals of the Hindu and Sikh communities. The name 'Bansal' is believed to have been derived from the Sanskrit word 'Bans' which translates to 'bamboo'.

The Bansal surname is associated with the Bania caste in India, traditionally involved in trade and commerce. Over time, many individuals with the surname Bansal have migrated to various parts of the world, including the United Kingdom.

In the UK, individuals with the surname Bansal have made significant contributions to various fields, including business, medicine, academia, and the arts. The diaspora community has actively preserved its cultural heritage through events, festivals, and community organisations.

The Bansal surname reflects the rich history and diverse cultural heritage of those who bear it, serving as a reminder of the enduring connections between India and the United Kingdom.

There are approximately 2,987 people named Bansal in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,006th most common surname in Britain. Around 46 in a million people in Britain are named Bansal.

Region of origin: Asia

Country of origin: India

Religion of origin: Sikh

Language of origin: Punjabi

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Amarjit
  • Amit
  • Ashok
  • Bhupinder
  • Davinder
  • Kulwant
  • Mandeep
  • Manjit
  • Mohinder
  • Rajinder
  • Ravinder
  • Sandeep
  • Surjit

Female

  • Daljit
  • Gurpreet
  • Harbinder
  • Harpreet
  • Kamaljit
  • Kiran
  • Mandeep
  • Manjit
  • Paramjit
  • Rashpal
  • Satvinder
  • Sukhvinder
  • Surinder
  • Swarnlata

Similar and related surnames

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