Sidhu

Sidhu is a family surname of Punjabi origin, widely found among the Sikh and Jatt communities in India and the Punjabi diaspora around the world, including the United Kingdom. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word "siddha," meaning accomplished or successful.

The Sidhu surname is commonly associated with the Indian state of Punjab and signifies a person's ancestral connection to the region. Many individuals with the surname Sidhu have migrated to various countries, including the UK, contributing to the cultural diversity and richness of the British society.

In the UK, the Sidhu surname is often accompanied by a strong sense of community and cultural identity, with individuals actively participating in cultural events, festivals, and religious gatherings. Many British Sidhus have excelled in various fields, including academics, sports, business, and the arts, further enhancing the reputation of the name.

The Sidhu surname embodies a rich cultural heritage and a strong sense of tradition and pride among its bearers, reflecting the enduring legacy of the Indian diaspora in the United Kingdom.

There are approximately 7,088 people named Sidhu in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,330th most common surname in Britain. Around 109 in a million people in Britain are named Sidhu.

Region of origin: Asia

Country of origin: India

Religion of origin: Sikh

Language of origin: Punjabi

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Amarjit
  • Balbir
  • Daljit
  • Harjinder
  • Harjit
  • Jagdeep
  • Jaswant
  • Parminder
  • Rajinder
  • Ranjit
  • Ravinder
  • Sandeep

Female

  • Baljinder
  • Baljit
  • Gurpreet
  • Harpreet
  • Jaspreet
  • Jaswinder
  • Kamaljit
  • Kuldip
  • Mandeep
  • Manjit
  • Narinder
  • Sonia
  • Surinder

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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