Gangar

The surname Gangar has its origins in Britain and is believed to have historical roots that can be traced back to the medieval period. The surname is of Anglo-Saxon origin and is derived from the Old English word "gang," meaning a walk or journey, and the suffix "-er," denoting a person who performs a particular action.

The name Gangar was likely used to describe someone who was a walker or a traveller, perhaps someone who undertook journeys or had it as a nickname due to a certain characteristic or occupation.

Over the centuries, the surname Gangar would have been passed down through generations, with variations in spelling and pronunciation occurring as it was recorded in official documents such as census records, parish registers, and wills.

Today, individuals bearing the surname Gangar can be found across different parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, each with their unique family history and lineage. The surname Gangar serves as a connection to the past, reflecting the movement of people and the diversity of Britain's cultural heritage.

There are approximately 159 people named Gangar in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Gangar.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Amanjeet
  • Amarjit
  • Angus
  • Bobby
  • James
  • Malkit
  • Rajinder
  • Rakesh
  • Ravinder
  • Satpal
  • Sundeep
  • Surjit

Female

  • Anisha
  • Anita
  • Balbinder
  • Geeta
  • Gina
  • Paula
  • Sanjeeda
  • Satwant
  • Sukhjinder
  • Surita

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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