Zand

Zand is a British surname of Middle Eastern origin, most commonly found among families with roots in Iran. The name is thought to have Arabic or Persian roots, with varying meanings such as "praise" or "adoration" in Arabic, or "horseman" in Persian.

Individuals bearing the surname Zand have likely descended from ancestors who migrated to the United Kingdom, either for work opportunities, education, or as a result of geopolitical events in their home countries.

As with many surnames of immigrant origin, the Zand family has likely influenced and been influenced by British culture, adding to the diverse tapestry of multiculturalism in the UK. Today, individuals with the surname Zand can be found across various professions, contributing to the rich mosaic of British society.

There are approximately 138 people named Zand in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Zand.

Region of origin: Asia

Country of origin: Iran

Religion of origin: Muslim

Language of origin: Farsi

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Abdolreza
  • Dariush
  • Farzad
  • Ghasem
  • Kourosh

Female

  • Davida
  • Fahimeh
  • Florence
  • Jayne
  • Roxane

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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