BASKARAN
Baskaran
Baskaran is a British surname with roots in South India. The name is commonly found among the Tamil community and is often associated with individuals of Tamil Nadu origin who have migrated to the United Kingdom.
The surname Baskaran is derived from the Tamil words "Baskar," which means sun, and "an," which signifies ownership. Therefore, the name Baskaran can be translated to mean "one who possesses the qualities of the sun."
This surname is relatively rare in Britain compared to its prevalence in India, but it carries a strong sense of cultural identity and heritage for those who bear it. Individuals with the surname Baskaran can often trace their ancestry back to the Tamil region of India and may have familial ties to the Indian community in Britain.
The Baskaran surname serves as a reminder of the rich cultural diversity present in modern Britain, reflecting the country's history of immigration and the blending of different ethnicities and traditions. The bearers of the surname contribute to the multicultural tapestry of British society, adding a unique flavour to the country's social fabric.
There are approximately 373 people named Baskaran in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Baskaran.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Arunkumar
- Deepak
- Ganesh
- Jason
- Kandiah
- Nadarajah
- Pradeep
- Prasanna
- Senthil
- Suresh
Female
- Anna
- Christina
- Esther
- Kavitha
- Mathura
- Pavithra
- Rachael
- Sharmila
- Sindhu
- Stella
Similar and related surnames
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