LIMBADA

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Limbada

Limbada is a British surname with its origins rooted in the Indian subcontinent. The surname is of Gujarati and Indian descent and is prominent among the British South Asian community. The name is believed to have originated from the Gujarati word 'Limbada’, which refers to a type of tree in the region.

Individuals with the surname Limbada have made notable contributions in various fields, including business, academia, and the arts. The surname is part of the diverse tapestry of British society, reflecting the rich cultural heritage and history of the nation.

In contemporary Britain, the Limbada surname serves as a reminder of the enduring legacy of the Indian diaspora and their integration into British society. Members of the Limbada family continue to uphold their cultural roots while also embracing the multicultural identity of modern Britain.

There are approximately 283 people named Limbada in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Limbada.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Abbas
Abdool
Abdul
Ahmed
Ayub
Ibrahim
Ismail
Mo
Mohamed
Mohammed
Rashid
Shoaib
Suleman

Female

Aisha
Asma
Ayesha
Aysha
Farida
Fatima
Rukaiya
Salma
Yasmin
Zubeda