MANGAT
Mangat
Mangat is a surname of Punjabi origin, commonly found among Sikh communities in India, particularly in the state of Punjab. It is believed to be derived from the Punjabi word "mangat," which means fortunate or blessed.
Origins:
The surname Mangat is associated with the Jatt community of Punjab, who traditionally worked in agriculture. Over time, many individuals with the surname Mangat have migrated to other countries, including the United Kingdom, Canada, and the United States.
Cultural Significance:
Within Sikh communities, the surname Mangat is often linked to a family's ancestral roots in Punjab and their connection to agriculture. Many individuals with this surname continue to uphold traditions associated with Punjabi culture, language, and customs.
Notable Individuals:
- Harinder Singh Mangat: A prominent figure in Punjabi folklore and literature.
- Ranjit Mangat: British-Punjabi author and historian known for his works on Sikh history and culture.
References:
- Singh, Khushwant. A History of the Sikhs, Volume 1: 1469-1839. Oxford University Press, 2010.
- Gill, Sharat. Punjabi Surnames. Punjab University Press, 1995.
The surname Mangat serves as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage and history of the Punjabi people, both in India and within the diaspora.
There are approximately 890 people named Mangat in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,091st most common surname in Britain. Around 14 in a million people in Britain are named Mangat.
Region of origin: Asia
Country of origin: India
Religion of origin: Sikh
Language of origin: Punjabi
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Amarjit
- Anthony
- Baljeet
- Bhupinder
- Hardeep
- Harminder
- Kamarjit
- Mandeep
- Michael
- Parminder
- Rajinder
- Ravinder
- Sandeep
- Surjit
Female
- Amandeep
- Elaine
- Gurpreet
- Harpreet
- Hartish
- Mandeep
- Manpreet
- Narinder
- Ruby
- Rupinder
- Simran
- Suman
- Surinder
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
- Manga
- Maingot
- Mangas
- Mangar
- Mangan
- Mangam
- Mangal
- Mang
- Maingay
- Mancott
- Mangale
- Mangall
- Mangham
- Manghan
- Manghat
- Mangot
- Manighetti
- Mankad
- Mankodi
- Mankotia
- Manzat
- Menegatti
- Meneghetti
- Menegotto
- Menga
- Menghetti
- Mingaud
- Minghetti
- Mingotti
- Minguet
- Monact
- Moncad
- Moncada
- Moncado
- Mongate
- Monigatti
- Monighetti
- Mungate
- Mangadze
- Mangatt
- Mangood
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.