Surname: Sampat

Origin and Meaning: Sampat is a British surname of Indian origin, derived from the Sanskrit word "sampatti", meaning wealth or prosperity. It is believed to have been brought to the United Kingdom by Indian immigrants.

Distribution: The surname Sampat is relatively rare in the United Kingdom, with most occurrences found in areas with significant South Asian communities, such as London, Birmingham, and Leicester.

Notable Individuals:

  • Rita Sampat: A prominent British-Indian businesswoman known for her contributions to the finance industry.
  • Dr. Sanjay Sampat: A respected medical professional who has made significant advancements in the field of oncology.

Cultural Significance: The Sampat surname serves as a reminder of the diverse cultural heritage of the British population and the contributions made by individuals of Indian descent to British society.

References:

  • Last Name Sampat - Surname Sampat - Family Tree, Genealogy, Ancestry, British. Retrieved from www.britishsurnames.co.uk
  • Sampat Surname Meaning & Statistics. Retrieved from forebears.io

There are approximately 245 people named Sampat in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Sampat.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Ashish
  • David
  • Jaroslaw
  • Mihir
  • Pratik
  • Rajesh
  • Ronak
  • Subhash
  • Vipul
  • Vishal
  • Wayne

Female

  • Anita
  • Bela
  • Ellen
  • Marion
  • Neha
  • Nita
  • Paula
  • Pooja
  • Prafulla
  • Priya
  • Sonal

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