Soltani

The British surname Soltani is of Iranian origin, deriving from the Persian language. The name is classified as a toponymic surname, meaning it is derived from a geographical location or a place of residence. In this case, it originates from the term "Soltan", which is used to refer to a ruler or a leader in classical Persian.

The prevalence of the surname Soltani in Britain is relatively low compared to other more common British surnames. It is often associated with individuals of Iranian or Persian descent who have migrated to the United Kingdom. The presence of the Soltani surname in Britain can be attributed to historical and contemporary immigration patterns, as well as intercultural marriages that have enriched the diversity of British society.

Individuals bearing the surname Soltani have likely retained a connection to their Iranian heritage while embracing the British way of life. The Soltani surname serves as a reminder of the multicultural fabric of modern Britain, reflecting the country's openness to people of diverse backgrounds.

As with many surnames, the name Soltani carries a sense of identity and heritage for those who bear it, linking them to their ancestral roots in Iran and their current lives in the United Kingdom.

There are approximately 209 people named Soltani in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Soltani.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Abbas
  • Aden
  • Ali
  • Amin
  • Amir
  • Mehdi
  • Mohammad
  • Mohammed
  • Reza
  • Shiva

Female

  • Angela
  • Claire
  • Ebony
  • Fariba
  • Lila
  • Lisa
  • Parvin
  • Roxanna
  • Sara
  • Sonia

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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