JAYAWARDENA
Jayawardena
Jayawardena is a Sri Lankan surname that is commonly found among the Sinhalese ethnic group. However, it is interesting to note that this surname is also encountered among individuals with Sri Lankan Tamil heritage.
The name Jayawardena is believed to have originated from Sinhalese or Tamil words, with "Jayawardena" generally meaning "victorious leader" or "leader of victory" in English. It is a surname that holds historical significance, with many individuals bearing this name tracing their ancestry to various regions of Sri Lanka, such as Colombo, Kandy, Galle, and Matara.
Individuals with the surname Jayawardena have made notable contributions in various fields, including politics, academia, business, and the arts. The surname has become synonymous with resilience, leadership, and excellence within the Sri Lankan community.
In contemporary society, the Jayawardena surname continues to be proudly carried by individuals across the globe, reflecting the diverse and rich heritage of Sri Lankan culture.
There are approximately 206 people named Jayawardena in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Jayawardena.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- Donald
- Gihan
- Joseph
- Mario
- Percy
- Peter
- Prasanna
- Rehan
- Walter
Female
- Amali
- Channa
- Donna
- Fatima
- Hilary
- Jacqueline
- Lara
- Manika
- Rochelle
- Shereen