DHORAT
Dhorat
Dhorat is a British surname with origins tracing back to the Indian subcontinent. The name is commonly found among British families of Indian or Pakistani descent, particularly those with roots in the region of Gujarat.
The surname Dhorat is believed to be derived from the Gujarati word "Dhora", which means a small silver coin. It is likely that the surname was originally associated with individuals who worked in trade or commerce in the Gujarat region.
Over the years, families with the surname Dhorat have migrated to various parts of the United Kingdom, contributing to the diverse cultural tapestry of the nation. Today, individuals with the surname Dhorat can be found across different professions and industries, reflecting the integration and success of British Asian communities in the UK.
The Dhorat surname carries with it a sense of heritage and identity, connecting individuals to their ancestral roots in Gujarat while also embodying their presence and contributions in modern British society.
There are approximately 140 people named Dhorat in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Dhorat.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Ahmed
- Altaf
- Ibrahim
- Ismail
- Jabir
- Latif
- Mohammed
- Umar
- Yunus
- Yusuf
Female
- Amina
- Anisa
- Anisha
- Fatima
- Habiba
- Hawa
- Khadija
- Khatija
- Zainab
- Zarina