Mahajan

Mahajan is a British surname with origins in India, particularly among Punjabi and Gujarati communities. The surname is derived from the word ‘Mahajan’, which in Sanskrit means ‘a wealthy person’ or ‘a prominent member of a community’.

Individuals with the surname Mahajan are often linked to business and commerce, reflecting the historical significance of merchants and traders in Indian society. Many Mahajans who migrated to the United Kingdom have continued this tradition, establishing successful businesses and contributing to the economic landscape of the country.

The Mahajan surname carries a sense of community and responsibility, reflecting the values of cooperation, entrepreneurship, and generosity. Over the years, many individuals bearing the Mahajan surname have gained recognition in various fields, contributing to the rich tapestry of British society.

While the Mahajan surname is less common in Britain compared to its prevalence in India, it continues to represent a heritage of enterprise, resilience, and community spirit among those who carry it.

There are approximately 506 people named Mahajan in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Mahajan.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Amit
  • Ashish
  • Deepak
  • Nandkumar
  • Nitin
  • Parvesh
  • Pramod
  • Rahul
  • Rakesh
  • Sahil
  • Vijay
  • Vivek

Female

  • Amarpreet
  • Ambar
  • Asha
  • Deepa
  • Diana
  • Isha
  • Neha
  • Nikkita
  • Nishi
  • Priyanka
  • Shibani
  • Shivani
  • Smita
  • Swati
  • Vaishali

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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