KHATKAR
Khatkar
Khatkar is a surname of Punjabi origin, primarily found among the Jat Sikh community in the Punjab region of India. The name is derived from the Punjabi words "khat," meaning a "wooden cot," and "kar," meaning "maker" or "builder."
The Khatkar surname is commonly associated with individuals who are skilled in carpentry and woodwork, reflecting the occupational backgrounds of the early bearers of the name. Over time, the Khatkar community has diversified into various professions and industries, maintaining a strong sense of cultural heritage and identity.
Many individuals with the surname Khatkar have migrated to different parts of the world, including the United Kingdom, Canada, and the United States, contributing to the diaspora of Punjabi culture and traditions.
The Khatkar family name is a reminder of the rich history and traditions of the Punjab region and serves as a symbol of pride and heritage for the descendants of those who carry this distinguished surname.
There are approximately 239 people named Khatkar in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Khatkar.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Bobby
- Harjinder
- Harjit
- Harminder
- Jagdeep
- Jagtar
- Jarnail
- Mohinder
- Rajinder
- Ranjit
- Sandeep
- Tarsem
Female
- Balvinder
- Balwinder
- Harpreet
- Jasbir
- Jaswinder
- Mandeep
- Manpreet
- Parmjit
- Rajvinder
- Tara