Josan

Origin and Meaning

The surname Josan is of Indian origin, particularly from the Punjab region. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "Yosan," meaning 'winner' or 'victor.' The name is commonly found among Sikh communities.

Distribution and Popularity

The surname Josan is relatively rare outside of certain Sikh families in India and the Punjabi diaspora. While not as widespread as some British surnames, it is still recognised within the community.

Notable Individuals

One notable individual with the surname Josan is Naveen Josan, an Indian bodybuilder who has achieved success in national and international competitions.

Variants

Variants of the Josan surname may include spelling variations such as Jossan or Jossen, influenced by differing transliterations of the original Punjabi script.

Coat of Arms

As the surname Josan is of Indian origin, it does not have a traditional coat of arms associated with it in British heraldry.

There are approximately 83 people named Josan in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Josan.

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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