SHAHZAD
Shahzad
Shahzad is a surname of British origin that is commonly found within the South Asian community in the United Kingdom. The name Shahzad is of Urdu and Persian origin, meaning 'noble' or 'prince.' It is often used as a given name in addition to being a surname.
Those bearing the surname Shahzad often have roots tracing back to countries such as Pakistan, India, or Bangladesh. The history of the Shahzad surname in the UK is tied to the South Asian diaspora, which began in the mid-20th century with the arrival of immigrants from the Indian subcontinent.
People with the surname Shahzad have made significant contributions to various fields in British society, including politics, academia, business, and the arts. The surname has also diversified over time as individuals with the name have integrated into British culture while maintaining pride in their South Asian heritage.
Today, the surname Shahzad serves as a reminder of the rich tapestry of multiculturalism in the United Kingdom and the fusion of British and South Asian identities that continue to shape the country's social landscape.
There are approximately 2,667 people named Shahzad in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,340th most common surname in Britain. Around 41 in a million people in Britain are named Shahzad.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Aamir
- Amir
- Faisal
- Imran
- Khuram
- Khurram
- Mohammad
- Mohammed
- Muhammad
- Nadeem
- Syed
Female
- Anjum
- Asma
- Fozia
- Iram
- Nadia
- Rabia
- Rana
- Sadia
- Saima
- Shazia