Subramanian

Subramanian is a British surname of Indian origin, derived from the Sanskrit words 'Subrahmanya', which refers to the Hindu deity Lord Murugan. The surname is commonly found among people of Tamil descent, particularly those who have migrated to the United Kingdom.

The Subramanian surname is often associated with individuals of high intellect, knowledge, and wisdom, reflecting the values traditionally attributed to Lord Murugan in Hindu mythology. Those bearing the surname Subramanian are seen as scholarly and thoughtful individuals.

Many Subramanians in the UK have excelled in academia, particularly in fields such as science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. They have made significant contributions to various industries and have brought honour to their family name through their achievements.

Overall, the Subramanian surname is a prominent and respected name within the British Indian community, embodying a legacy of knowledge, intellect, and cultural heritage.

There are approximately 716 people named Subramanian in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,541st most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Subramanian.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Arun
  • Ashok
  • Bala
  • Deepak
  • Ganesh
  • Karthik
  • Krishnan
  • Paddy
  • Rajesh
  • Ramesh
  • Ramkumar
  • Sivakumar
  • Sriram
  • Suresh

Female

  • Chitra
  • Gayathri
  • Jayalakshmi
  • Kavitha
  • Nithya
  • Pari
  • Priya
  • Rashmi
  • Sara
  • Sharmila
  • Sumitra

Similar and related surnames

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