Parikh

Parikh is a surname of Indian origin predominantly found in the Gujarati community. The name is derived from the Gujarati word "Pari", meaning angel. It is a common surname among the Gujarati Hindu and Jain communities.

The Parikh surname is believed to have originated from the state of Gujarat in India and has since spread to other parts of the world, including the United Kingdom. Many individuals with the surname Parikh have migrated to the UK over the years, contributing to the cultural diversity of the country.

In the UK, individuals with the surname Parikh have made significant contributions to various fields such as business, academia, and the arts. The Parikh community in the UK is known for its entrepreneurial spirit and strong work ethic.

Overall, the surname Parikh carries with it a sense of heritage, tradition, and resilience, reflecting the rich cultural tapestry of India as well as the contributions of British Gujarati communities to the social and economic fabric of the United Kingdom.

There are approximately 855 people named Parikh in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,353rd most common surname in Britain. Around 13 in a million people in Britain are named Parikh.

Region of origin: Asia

Country of origin: India

Religion of origin: Hindu

Language of origin: Hindi

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Akshay
  • Asheem
  • Bharat
  • Chirag
  • Mitesh
  • Omi
  • Parth
  • Rakesh
  • Ravi
  • Ronak
  • Suresh
  • Tejas
  • Vishal

Female

  • Ami
  • Avani
  • Ayesha
  • Bhagvati
  • Bijal
  • Bindu
  • Hiral
  • Jaya
  • Mamta
  • Mona
  • Purvi
  • Rakhee
  • Sangita
  • Seema
  • Sejal

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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