Origin and History of CHIMNAJI

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The surname CHIMNAJI is of Indian origin and is derived from the Marathi word “chimna” which means “clever” or “intelligent”. It is an occupational name used to describe a person who is skilled in the art of negotiation or diplomacy. The name is most commonly found in the states of Maharashtra and Gujarat in India. The surname is also found among the Konkani speaking people of Goa, Karnataka and Kerala. It is believed that the surname was first used by the Maratha rulers of the region, who were known for their diplomatic and political acumen. The surname CHIMNAJI is also found among the Parsi community of India, which is believed to have originated from the ancient Persian Empire. In the Parsi language, CHIMNAJI means “wise” or “intelligent”. Variations of the surname include Chimnani, Chimnaney, Chimnayee, Chimney, Chimnani, Chimnay and Chimnani.