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CHANDIA Surname Meaning & Heritage Data

13,039th

Most common surname in India

365

People with this surname currently in the iMeUsWe database

Description:

Chandi is a surname that is commonly found among people of Indian, Pakistani, and Bangladeshi descent. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word Chandi, which means 'fierce' or 'warrior.' It can also be interpreted to mean 'goddess of power.' The origin of the surname is unclear, but it is believed to be of Indian origin. It is possible that the name was used to denote a person of high status or noble lineage in ancient India. The surname is most commonly found in the Punjab region of India and Pakistan, where it is believed to have originated. It is also found in other parts of India, such as Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh. The culture and customs associated with the Chandi surname vary from region to region. In Punjab, the surname is often associated with bravery and courage, while in other parts of India, it is associated with royalty and wealth. Variations of the surname include Chandi, Chandia, Chandiya, Chandeya, Chandey, Chand, and Chandiyan.

State-wise distribution of people with CHANDIA surname

from iMeUsWe Database

Maharashtra state distribution for CHANDIA surname

Maharashtra

11

Tamil Nadu state distribution for CHANDIA surname

Tamil Nadu

4

Delhi state distribution for CHANDIA surname

Delhi

3

Jammu and Kashmir state distribution for CHANDIA surname

Jammu and Kashmir

1

Punjab state distribution for CHANDIA surname

Punjab

1

Category-wise distribution of people with CHANDIA surname

from iMeUsWe Database

People with the surname CHANDIA appear across 3 types of official government records in iMeUsWe's database — from electoral rolls to agricultural records — showing how widely distributed this surname is across Indian society.

Voters List category for CHANDIA surname

12 (60%)

Voters List

Food Distribution Records category for CHANDIA surname

5 (25%)

Food Distribution Records

Farmer Beneficiary Records category for CHANDIA surname

3 (15%)

Farmer Beneficiary Records

Frequently Asked Questions

The CHANDIA surname is primarily associated with the Hindu religion.

Maharashtra has the highest concentration of the CHANDIA surname with 11 records (55.0%).

The CHANDIA surname is written in PUNJABI script.

CHANDIA is ranked #13039 in India with approximately 365 people bearing this surname.

The CHANDIA surname is found across 5 states, with the top 3 being Maharashtra (55.0%), Tamil Nadu (20.0%), Delhi (15.0%).

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