DHANOA

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Dhanoa

Dhanoa is a British surname with roots in Indian and Punjabi culture. The surname is commonly found among people of Punjabi descent who have settled in the United Kingdom.

The name Dhanoa is believed to have originated from the Punjabi word "Dhanni," which refers to a small settlement or village. Over time, the surname evolved to Dhanoa and became associated with families in the Punjab region of India.

Many individuals bearing the surname Dhanoa have made significant contributions to British society, particularly in areas such as business, academia, and the arts. The cultural heritage reflected in the surname Dhanoa serves as a reminder of the diverse backgrounds that enrich the British population.

Today, the surname Dhanoa continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a connection to both Punjabi heritage and British identity. The presence of the Dhanoa surname in Britain underscores the country's history of welcoming and integrating people from different cultural backgrounds.

There are approximately 383 people named Dhanoa in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Dhanoa.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Amandeep
Amrik
Amrit
Balbir
Darbara
Gurdeep
Gurjit
Hardeep
Jaspal
Kulwant
Kulwinder
Naginder
Pavinder
Ranvir
Sukhwinder

Female

Amandeep
Amrit
Baljinder
Gurpreet
Kulwinder
Mandeep
Paramjit
Rupinder
Sarbjit
Surinder

Similar and related surnames

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