Vekaria

Vekaria is a British surname of Indian origin, primarily found among individuals of Gujarati descent. The name is derived from the Gujarati word "Vekar," which means "trader" or "merchant".

Historically, individuals bearing the surname Vekaria were associated with business and trade, reflecting their heritage as merchant families. Over time, many Vekaria families have diversified their professions and have become successful professionals across various fields.

In contemporary British society, individuals with the surname Vekaria can be found in diverse professions such as finance, healthcare, technology, and academia. The surname carries with it a sense of heritage and pride in their familial roots in Gujarat, India.

The Vekaria surname illustrates the rich tapestry of cultural diversity within British society, reflecting the long history of migration and settlement that has shaped the country into the multicultural nation it is today.

There are approximately 1,660 people named Vekaria in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,928th most common surname in Britain. Around 25 in a million people in Britain are named Vekaria.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Arjan
  • Devji
  • Dhanji
  • Dinesh
  • Govind
  • Harish
  • Lalji
  • Manji
  • Mansukh
  • Naran
  • Pravin
  • Premji
  • Ramji
  • Shashi
  • Valji

Female

  • Bindu
  • Jaya
  • Kanta
  • Manjula
  • Premila
  • Pushpa
  • Savita
  • Seema
  • Vanita
  • Varsha

Similar and related surnames

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