Jah

Surname: Jah

Origin: Jah is a British surname with origins linked to the Caribbean. It is commonly found among Caribbean immigrants or descendants residing in the United Kingdom.

Meaning: The surname Jah is often associated with Rastafarianism, a religious and cultural movement that originated in Jamaica. In Rastafarian belief, "Jah" is a name for God, derived from the shortened form of "Jehovah", and is often used in prayers and hymns.

Distribution: The surname Jah is not as common as some other British surnames but can be found predominantly within Caribbean and Afro-Caribbean communities in the UK.

Famous Bearers: There are no widely recognised public figures or historical figures with the surname Jah, as it is not as prevalent as some other surnames. However, individuals with the surname Jah may have made contributions within their local communities or fields of interest.

There are approximately 135 people named Jah in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Jah.

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