SUPPIAH
Suppiah
Suppiah is a British surname of Tamil origin, commonly found among people of Malaysian and Indian descent. The surname is derived from the Tamil word "Soppu" which means greens or vegetables in English. It is believed that ancestors of the Suppiah family were involved in cultivating or trading vegetables.
The Suppiah surname is not as common as some other Tamil surnames, but it holds historical significance among immigrant communities in Britain. Many individuals with the Suppiah surname have made contributions to various fields, including academics, sports, business, and the arts.
In recent years, the Suppiah surname has gained recognition through individuals such as Murali Kartik Suppiah, a former English cricketer who played for Warwickshire County Cricket Club. This has helped to increase the visibility of the Suppiah surname within the British sporting community.
Overall, the Suppiah surname represents a rich tapestry of cultural and historical significance, reflecting the diverse heritage of the Tamil community in Britain.
There are approximately 137 people named Suppiah in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Suppiah.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Arul
- Claude
- Krishna
- Navin
- Robert
- Suresh
- Sylvan
- Tristan
- Vijay
- Vincent
Female
- Amanda
- Bernadette
- Celia
- Chandra
- Ellen
- Hannah
- Rani
- Rekha
- Sabita
- Selina