NAGRA

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Nagra

Nagra is a surname of British Asian origin, predominantly found within the Sikh community. The surname is derived from the Punjabi word “nagra,” which means “snake-charmer” or “cobras.” The Nagra surname is associated with the Punjab region of North India and Pakistan.

One notable individual bearing the surname Nagra is Parminder Nagra, a British actress known for her roles in popular TV series such as "ER" and "The Blacklist," as well as the critically acclaimed film "Bend It Like Beckham." Parminder Nagra has contributed significantly to raising the profile of individuals with South Asian heritage in the British entertainment industry.

The Nagra surname carries with it a sense of cultural heritage and identity, reflecting the rich tapestry of British society. It serves as a reminder of the multicultural influences that have shaped modern-day Britain, highlighting the diverse backgrounds and histories of its people.

There are approximately 1,472 people named Nagra in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,432nd most common surname in Britain. Around 23 in a million people in Britain are named Nagra.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Ajeetpal
Amarjit
Avtar
Balbir
Davinder
Harvinder
Jagroop
Mohinder
Parminder
Ranjit
Ravinder
Sandeep
Satnam
Surinder
Surjit

Female

Baljit
Daljit
Harpreet
Jasbir
Jaswinder
Kamaljit
Kulbinder
Mandeep
Manjit
Sarah
Sukhvinder
Surinder

Similar and related surnames

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