JOHAL
Johal
Johal is a common surname of Punjabi origin, predominantly found in the Sikh community, particularly in the state of Punjab in India and amongst the Sikh diaspora around the world. The Johal surname is derived from the Punjabi word "joh" which means 'descendant of a prophet'. It is believed that those bearing the surname Johal can trace their ancestry to a spiritual or religious figure.
The Johal surname is predominantly associated with the Jat community, a landowning agricultural community in Punjab known for their hardworking nature and strong community bonds. The Jats have historically played a significant role in rural Punjab, involved in farming and agriculture.
In modern times, individuals with the surname Johal have spread across the globe due to migration patterns, particularly to British countries such as the United Kingdom, Canada, the United States, and Australia. Many individuals with the Johal surname have achieved success in various fields, including business, politics, arts, and sports.
The Johal surname holds cultural and historical significance, serving as a link to the rich heritage of the Punjabi and Sikh communities. Today, individuals with the surname Johal continue to celebrate their heritage and contribute to the diverse tapestry of society, both in Punjab and in countries where they have established roots.
There are approximately 6,621 people named Johal in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,422nd most common surname in Britain. Around 102 in a million people in Britain are named Johal.
Region of origin: Asia
Country of origin: India
Religion of origin: Sikh
Language of origin: Punjabi
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Amarjit
- Avtar
- Balbir
- Baldev
- Harjinder
- Jasbir
- Kuldip
- Manjit
- Mohinder
- Rajinder
- Ranjit
- Ravinder
- Sandeep
- Surjit
Female
- Anita
- Baljit
- Daljit
- Davinder
- Gurpreet
- Jasbir
- Jaswinder
- Kamaljit
- Mandeep
- Manjinder
- Manjit
- Narinder
- Sandeep
- Surinder