JHA
Jha
Jha is a surname of British origin that can be found in the United Kingdom, particularly among individuals of South Asian descent.
The surname Jha is commonly associated with individuals of Indian or Nepalese heritage, where it is believed to have originated from the title given to the highest-ranking Hindu spiritual leaders. In Sanskrit, "Jha" is derived from "Jhaka," which denotes an esteemed position akin to a priest or scholar in ancient Hindu society.
Those bearing the surname Jha have made notable contributions in various fields, including academia, literature, arts, and politics. The diaspora community in the United Kingdom has impacted British society and culture significantly.
The diversity and multiculturalism associated with the surname Jha exemplify the rich tapestry of backgrounds that have come to define contemporary British society.
There are approximately 666 people named Jha in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around ten in a million people in Britain are named Jha.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alok
- Amit
- Anurag
- Ashok
- Ashwani
- Deepak
- Pankaj
- Raman
- Saurabh
- Soni
- Sumit
- Vinay
Female
- Anamika
- Anita
- Anuradha
- Leena
- Manisha
- Preeti
- Priya
- Priyanka
- Sangeeta
- Swati