Dubey

Dubey is a British surname of Indian origin, commonly found among individuals of South Asian descent residing in the United Kingdom. The surname is of Sanskrit origin, derived from the word "Dubh", meaning "noble" or "revered".

The Dubey surname is most commonly associated with individuals of Indian heritage, particularly those of the Brahmin caste, who historically held positions of religious and social importance in Indian society.

As with many surnames of Indian origin, the Dubey surname may have been adopted by Indian immigrants to the UK during the colonial period or as part of the wave of immigration that occurred in the mid-20th century.

Individuals bearing the Dubey surname have made notable contributions to various fields in the United Kingdom, including academia, business, politics, and the arts. The Dubey surname serves as a reminder of the diverse cultural heritage present within the British population and the contributions of individuals of South Asian descent to British society.

There are approximately 378 people named Dubey in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Dubey.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Abhishek
  • Christopher
  • Elliot
  • Gopal
  • Manu
  • Rahul
  • Rajiv
  • Vivek
  • William
  • Yogesh

Female

  • Anita
  • Daya
  • Emma
  • Garima
  • Josephine
  • Laura
  • Nidhi
  • Santosh
  • Sarah
  • Swati

Similar and related surnames

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