Tak

The surname Tak is of Asian origin, notably found in countries such as Japan, India, and Pakistan. It is not a common surname in the context of British heritage, with only a limited number of individuals bearing this name.

In traditional Japanese usage, Tak can mean "tall" or "noble," and it often appears as part of longer surnames such as Takahashi or Takahiro. In India and Pakistan, Tak may be a variant of the surname Takkar, Takiar, or Takver, which are linked to specific regional clans or communities.

The migration patterns of individuals with the surname Tak have led to its presence in various parts of the world, including the United Kingdom, where it is a unique and distinctive name.

Due to its multi-cultural origins, the surname Tak serves as a testament to the diverse nature of British society, reflecting the influx of different ethnicities and cultures that have contributed to the rich tapestry of identities in the United Kingdom.

There are approximately 238 people named Tak in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Tak.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Ashok
  • Inderjeet
  • Manvinder
  • Mohinder
  • Paul
  • Pritpal
  • Raj
  • Rajinder
  • Ravinder
  • Raymond

Female

  • Aruna
  • Balwinder
  • Banita
  • Geeta
  • Manjit
  • Nakita
  • Neha
  • Paramjeet
  • Sanam
  • Sukhvinder

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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