VARMA

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Varma

Varma is a British surname with origins in the Indian subcontinent. The name is most commonly found among individuals of Indian descent residing in the United Kingdom. In Indian culture, Varma is a title used to denote a person's noble lineage or royal status in certain South Indian communities.

The surname Varma may have different spellings or variations, such as Warma or Vurma, based on regional differences and transliterations. Individuals bearing the surname Varma often have connections to regions in India like Kerala and Tamil Nadu, where the title historically signified a high social standing.

Over the years, migration and globalisation have led to the dispersal of the Varma surname beyond its traditional Indian roots. Many individuals with the surname Varma have embraced British culture and integrated into British society while still cherishing their ancestral heritage.

In contemporary British society, individuals with the Varma surname continue to preserve and celebrate their cultural identity through traditions, customs, and community gatherings. The surname Varma serves as a reminder of the rich cultural tapestry and diverse heritage of the Indian diaspora in the United Kingdom.

There are approximately 1,404 people named Varma in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,666th most common surname in Britain. Around 22 in a million people in Britain are named Varma.

Region of origin: Asia

Country of origin: India

Religion of origin: Hindu

Language of origin: Hindi

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Amit
Anil
Arun
Gaurav
Raj
Rajesh
Rajiv
Sandeep
Sanjay
Sanjeev
Sunil
Suresh

Female

Anita
Dipti
Kiran
Nalini
Natasha
Neelam
Nisha
Priya
Raj
Rashmi
Rekha
Renu
Rubina
Shalini

Similar and related surnames

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