Khara

Origin and Meaning

Khara is a British surname of Indian origin. It is derived from the Marathi word 'Khara', meaning 'pure' or 'true'. The surname is commonly found among the Indian diaspora in the United Kingdom.

Distribution

The Khara surname is not among the most common British surnames. It is most prevalent in areas with significant Indian communities, such as London, Birmingham, and Manchester.

Notable Individuals

  • Dr. Aisha Khara: Renowned researcher in the field of biotechnology, known for her contributions to medical advancements.
  • Raj Khara: Prominent British-Indian entrepreneur, founder of a successful tech start-up in London.

Coat of Arms

There is no official coat of arms registered for the surname Khara in Britain. As a relatively uncommon surname, individual families may create their own coats of arms if desired.

Legacy

The Khara surname represents the rich cultural heritage and diversity of the British Indian community. The individuals bearing this surname have made significant contributions to various fields, leaving a lasting legacy in British society.

There are approximately 186 people named Khara in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Khara.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Aman
  • Amarjit
  • Deepak
  • Harjinder
  • Jagjit
  • Krunal
  • Manmohan
  • Rajinder
  • Ravdeep
  • Sandeep

Female

  • Amrit
  • Baljit
  • Jacqueline
  • Jaswinder
  • Kiran
  • Manjit
  • Mita
  • Saleena
  • Surinder
  • Tanya

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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