GILLANI
Gillani
Gillani is a British surname with origins in South Asia, particularly in regions such as Pakistan and India. The surname is believed to be of Persian and Arabic descent, with the name 'Gillani' derived from the Arabic word 'Gilani', meaning 'from Ghilan'. Ghilan is an ancient region in northern Iran from where the ancestors of the Gillani family are thought to have originated.
Over the years, individuals bearing the surname Gillani have migrated to various parts of the world, including the United Kingdom. The surname is relatively uncommon in Britain but has gained recognition among the British diaspora hailing from South Asian countries.
The Gillani surname is often associated with individuals of Muslim faith, as it is commonly found among communities following Islamic traditions. It is not only a surname but also holds historical and cultural significance for those who identify with the lineage.
In contemporary British society, individuals with the surname Gillani can be found across a range of professions and fields, contributing to the multicultural fabric of the nation. The surname continues to be passed down through generations, preserving the heritage and legacy of the Gillani family within the British context.
There are approximately 232 people named Gillani in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Gillani.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Aly
- Asif
- Imtiaz
- Raees
- Razi
- Sadiq
- Sajjad
- Sayed
- Syed
- Tanveer
- Yusuf
Female
- Claire
- Farah
- Farrah
- Fiona
- Majida
- Nina
- Samia
- Sayeda
- Syeda
- Yasmin
- Zarina