GAJJAR

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Gajjar

Gajjar is a surname of Indian origin that has been adopted by a small number of individuals in the United Kingdom. The name is most commonly found among people of Gujarati descent, particularly those hailing from the Indian state of Gujarat.

The etymology of the name 'Gajjar' is rooted in the Gujarati word 'gajar', which means 'carrot'. In Indian culture, surnames are often derived from ancestral professions, locations, or physical attributes, hence suggesting a connection to agriculture or perhaps the carrot trade.

The presence of the Gajjar surname in the UK can be attributed to the historical connections between Britain and India, particularly during the period of British colonial rule. As part of the Indian diaspora in the UK, individuals bearing the surname Gajjar have made contributions to various fields, including medicine, business, and the arts.

While relatively uncommon in Britain compared to other surnames of Indian origin, Gajjar serves as a testament to the diverse cultural heritage present in the country, reflecting the ongoing influence of Indian migration and settlement in the UK.

There are approximately 804 people named Gajjar in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,731st most common surname in Britain. Around 12 in a million people in Britain are named Gajjar.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Bharat
Dhiran
Dilip
Dinesh
Hitendra
Hitesh
Jagdish
Jay
Ketan
Kirit
Mayur
Paresh
Sandip
Vinod

Female

Bhavna
Darshana
Jeanette
Kiran
Manisha
Maya
Meera
Nisha
Reena
Vaishali

Similar and related surnames

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