NIJJAR
Nijjar
Nijjar is a surname of British Sikh origin which can be traced back to the Punjab region of India. The name is typically associated with the Sikh Jatt community.
The surname Nijjar is derived from the word "Nijjara," meaning the one who improves or makes better. It is believed to be a representation of a community or family whose ancestors were involved in professions related to agriculture or land cultivation. The Nijjar family name symbolises hard work, dedication, and a connection to the land.
Throughout history, individuals with the surname Nijjar have made significant contributions to various fields, including agriculture, business, politics, academia, and the arts. The Nijjar surname is a testament to the rich cultural heritage and diversity of the British Sikh community.
Today, the Nijjar family name continues to be proudly carried by many individuals around the world, symbolising their roots, values, and identity within the British Sikh diaspora.
There are approximately 1,285 people named Nijjar in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,073rd most common surname in Britain. Around 20 in a million people in Britain are named Nijjar.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Ajit
- Amarjit
- Dalbir
- Diljit
- Jagtar
- Jatinder
- Kam
- Kuldip
- Mohinder
- Rajinder
- Rav
- Ravinder
- Sandeep
- Surjit
- Tajinder
Female
- Baljinder
- Baljit
- Daljit
- Gurpreet
- Harpreet
- Jaswinder
- Kamaljit
- Mandeep
- Manjit
- Paramjit