Thurairajah

Thurairajah is a Sri Lankan Tamil surname, commonly found in the Tamil community residing in the United Kingdom. The surname Thurairajah is of South Indian origin, derived from the Tamil language and is a combination of two words, "Thurai" which means "port" or "gateway", and "Rajah" which means "king" or "ruler". Therefore, Thurairajah can be interpreted as "king of the port".

Individuals bearing the surname Thurairajah often have their roots in Jaffna, a region in northern Sri Lanka with a significant Tamil population. Due to historical and political reasons, many Sri Lankan Tamils emigrated to various countries, including the United Kingdom. Consequently, the surname Thurairajah can be found among the diaspora in the UK, particularly in cities with large Tamil communities.

The surname Thurairajah carries deep significance to those who bear it, symbolising their heritage, ancestry, and cultural identity. It serves as a link to their South Indian roots and connects them to the rich tapestry of Tamil history and traditions.

In contemporary British society, individuals with the surname Thurairajah have contributed to various fields, including academia, business, politics, and the arts, enriching the cultural landscape of the United Kingdom. Through their endeavours, they continue to uphold the legacy and heritage associated with the Thurairajah name.

There are approximately 210 people named Thurairajah in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Thurairajah.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Ashwin
  • Dinesh
  • Dion
  • Haran
  • Paul
  • Philip
  • Prem
  • Rajkumar
  • Sivakumar
  • Vernon

Female

  • Anwara
  • Kasthuri
  • Kavitha
  • Malini
  • Maria
  • Marian
  • Sabrina
  • Sejal
  • Shalini
  • Sharmila

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