NIZAM
Nizam
Nizam is a British surname of Arabic origin that has historical significance and is not commonly found in the United Kingdom. The surname is believed to have originated from the Arabic word "Nizam," meaning "order" or "system." It is often associated with the administrative and military structures of Islamic empires.
The Nizam family heritage is tied to the legacy of the Nizams of Hyderabad, a princely state in India during the British colonial era. The Nizams were known for their wealth, patronage of the arts, and opulent lifestyle.
The surname Nizam may have been brought to the United Kingdom through members of the Nizam family who migrated or travelled to the country for various reasons, such as education, work, or diplomatic engagements. As a result, individuals with the surname Nizam in the UK may have ancestral ties to the historical Nizams of Hyderabad.
While not a common surname in Britain, the name Nizam carries with it a sense of tradition, history, and a connection to the rich cultural tapestry of India and the wider Islamic world.
There are approximately 186 people named Nizam in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Nizam.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Ahmed
- Arshad
- Carlo
- Farrukh
- Ibrahim
- Mohamed
- Mohammad
- Mohammed
- Rafi
- Shamim
- Zahid
Female
- Afshan
- Alia
- Areeba
- Fathima
- Hafsah
- Janice
- Nadiya
- Parveen
- Shagufta
- Shamim
- Tanya
Similar and related surnames
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