SIRAJ
Siraj (surname)
The surname Siraj is of South Asian origin, particularly prevalent in countries such as Pakistan, Bangladesh, and India. It is commonly used as both a first name and a surname within the Muslim community.
The meaning of the surname Siraj is derived from Arabic origins, where 'siraj' translates to 'lamp' or 'light'. In Islamic traditions, light is often associated with knowledge, wisdom, and guidance.
Individuals with the surname Siraj can be found across various professions and walks of life. The name may also be accompanied by other given names, creating a unique and meaningful personal identity.
As with many surnames of South Asian origin, the name Siraj carries with it a sense of cultural heritage and familial pride. The prevalence of this surname highlights the rich diversity and history of the British population, shaped by generations of immigration and global connections.
There are approximately 304 people named Siraj in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Siraj.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Ak
- Arif
- Asif
- Atif
- Junaid
- Kashif
- Mohamed
- Mohammad
- Mohammed
- Muhammad
- Omer
- Tariq
Female
- Aiysha
- Ayesha
- Gulnaz
- Louise
- Miah
- Salma
- Samina
- Shazia
- Shelina
- Uzma