Kalyan

Kalyan is a British surname with its origins rooted in South Asian culture. The surname is commonly found among individuals of Indian, Pakistani, and Bangladeshi descent who have settled in the United Kingdom.

The name Kalyan is derived from the Sanskrit word "kalyāṇa," which means auspicious or welfare. It is often used as a given name across South Asia, reflecting positive attributes or qualities.

Individuals bearing the surname Kalyan can be found in various professions and fields within British society, contributing to the diverse cultural tapestry of the nation. The presence of this surname in the UK underscores the rich history of migration and cultural exchange between South Asia and Britain.

As with many surnames of South Asian origin, the name Kalyan serves to highlight the multicultural heritage of the British population and the ongoing influence of global migration patterns on the country's demographics.

There are approximately 844 people named Kalyan in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,442nd most common surname in Britain. Around 13 in a million people in Britain are named Kalyan.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Anand
  • Chaman
  • Dinesh
  • Gurvinder
  • Jaspal
  • Jazz
  • Kris
  • Michael
  • Rajesh
  • Rajinder
  • Raman
  • Ramesh
  • Ravinder
  • Sandeep
  • Sunil

Female

  • Anita
  • Jaswinder
  • Jayna
  • Kiran
  • Kirti
  • Paramjit
  • Rachel
  • Selina
  • Surinder
  • Veena

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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