Lalani

Lalani is a British surname of Indian origin. It is derived from the Gujarati word "Lalan," which means "playful" or "amusing." The surname Lalani is commonly found among the Indian diaspora settled in the United Kingdom.

The history of the Lalani surname can be traced back to the Indian subcontinent, particularly the region of Gujarat. Many individuals with the surname Lalani migrated to the UK during the British colonial period and later as part of increased global mobility.

Families bearing the Lalani surname have made significant contributions to various fields in the UK, including business, academia, medicine, and the arts. Over the years, the Lalani community has established strong ties within the British Indian community and has played a role in enhancing cultural diversity in the UK.

The surname Lalani reflects the rich cultural heritage and history of Indian immigrants in Britain and serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness of diverse global cultures within the British society.

There are approximately 333 people named Lalani in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Lalani.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Akbar
  • Amin
  • Amir
  • Asif
  • Azim
  • Hussain
  • Imran
  • Karim
  • Malek
  • Mohamed
  • Philip

Female

  • Aiysha
  • Aliza
  • Laila
  • Mumtaz
  • Munira
  • Rehana
  • Sharmin
  • Shirin
  • Sophia
  • Yasmin

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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