KHELA

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Khela

Khela is a surname of South Asian origin, commonly found among members of the Punjabi and Sikh communities in the United Kingdom. The name Khela is believed to have derived from the Punjabi word "khel," which translates to "sport" or "game" in English.

Individuals bearing the surname Khela can be traced back to regions in Punjab, India and Pakistan, with many later migrating to the UK as part of the South Asian diaspora. The surname Khela is often linked to individuals who have a background in sports, particularly in traditional Punjabi sports or games.

In British society, individuals with the surname Khela have made notable contributions in various fields, including sports, academia, business, and the arts. The Khela family name serves as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage and diverse background of the South Asian community in the UK.

There are approximately 573 people named Khela in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Khela.

Region of origin: Asia

Country of origin: India

Religion of origin: Sikh

Language of origin: Punjabi

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Darwinder
Harinder
Harjinder
Jagdeep
Jaspal
Kuldip
Parminder
Rajinder
Ranjit
Ravinder
Resham
Sandeep
Sukhbir
Surjeet

Female

Amandeep
Amarjit
Amerjit
Balbiro
Baljit
Daljit
Gurpreet
Jaswinder
Mandeep
Manjit
Niki
Parmjit
Rebecca
Resham
Sonia

Similar and related surnames

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