GIRI
Giri
Giri is a surname of British origin that is thought to have a Welsh or Cornish ancestry. The name is believed to be derived from the Celtic word "gira", which means "to cry out" or "to shout". Over the centuries, the surname has evolved in spelling and pronunciation, and today, it is found within the British Isles and beyond.
The Giri surname is relatively rare and is not as widespread as some other British surnames. The bearers of the surname may have roots in Wales or Cornwall, areas known for their distinct Celtic heritage and language. Throughout history, individuals with the surname Giri may have been involved in a variety of professions and activities, contributing their skills and expertise to various fields.
As with many surnames, the name Giri carries with it a sense of identity and history, connecting individuals to their ancestors and heritage. Today, those with the surname Giri can be found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world, carrying on the legacy of their family name.
There are approximately 252 people named Giri in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Giri.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Dheeraj
- Dinesh
- Ganesh
- Laxman
- Mani
- Michael
- Narayan
- Pratik
- Ramesh
- Roshan
- Saurabh
- Vijay
Female
- Anuradha
- Kiran
- Lakshmi
- Laxmi
- Neela
- Pallavi
- Pratima
- Puneet
- Suman
- Usha