Bisht

The surname Bisht is derived from the Middle English word "bischop," which means bishop. It is believed to have originated in the Anglo-Saxon period and is primarily found in England. The surname Bisht is of occupational origin, denoting a person who worked in service of the bishop or held a position of authority within the church.

Over time, the surname Bisht may have undergone variations in spelling and pronunciation, leading to the different forms seen today. It is not uncommon to find individuals with the surname Bisht across various regions of the United Kingdom, particularly in areas where Anglican institutions were historically prominent.

As with many surnames, the meaning and association of the name Bisht have evolved through the centuries. Today, individuals bearing the surname Bisht can trace their lineage to a historical connection with the church, reflecting the rich religious and cultural heritage of Britain.

There are approximately 163 people named Bisht in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Bisht.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Ashish
  • Kabir
  • Manmohan
  • Neeraj
  • Rakesh
  • Rohit
  • Sandeep
  • Siddharth
  • Sunil
  • Vivek

Female

  • Anupama
  • Archana
  • Kusum
  • Lalita
  • Manju
  • Preeti
  • Seema
  • Sunita
  • Swati
  • Vinita

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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