KASHYAP
Kashyap
Kashyap is a surname of Indian origin that is also found among the British population due to the country's history of immigration and cultural diversity. This surname is traditionally associated with the Hindu Brahmin community in India, who are regarded as priests and scholars. In Hindu mythology, Kashyap is the name of an ancient sage who played a significant role in Vedic literature and is considered one of the seven great sages or rishis.
The migration of people from the Indian subcontinent to Britain, particularly after the Second World War and during the post-colonial era, has led to the presence of the surname Kashyap in the United Kingdom. Today, individuals with the surname Kashyap can be found across various professions and walks of life in Britain, contributing to the rich cultural tapestry of the country.
The surname Kashyap reflects the historical and cultural connections between India and Britain, highlighting the diverse backgrounds of the British population and the impact of global migration trends on the country's demographics.
There are approximately 387 people named Kashyap in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Kashyap.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anil
- Deepak
- Kapil
- Mahesh
- Raj
- Tajinder
- Vijay
- Vikas
- Vikesh
- Vinay
Female
- Anita
- Anjna
- Karen
- Natasha
- Poonam
- Priti
- Rani
- Shalini
- Shikha
- Sonia