Origin and History of BENERJI

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The surname Benerji is of Indian origin and is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Bhagirathi'. It is derived from the name of a river in India, the Bhagirathi River, which is a tributary of the Ganges. The surname is most commonly found among Parsi Zoroastrians in India. It is also found among other Indian communities, including the Marathi, Gujarati, and Konkani. The surname Benerji is thought to have originated in the western part of India, in the region of Gujarat. The name was likely adopted by Parsi Zoroastrians during their migration to India from Persia in the 8th century. The surname has many variations, including Bhagirath, Bhagirathi, Bhagirathji, Benerji, Bhagirat and Bhagiratji. The culture associated with the surname Benerji is mainly Parsi Zoroastrian. The customs and traditions of the Parsi Zoroastrian community are still observed by many of those who bear the name. The variations of the surname Benerji are found in different parts of India, as well as in other countries, such as the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia.