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INDIRA Surname Meaning & Heritage Data

3,227th

Most common surname in India

18,293

People with this surname currently in the iMeUsWe database

History:

Indira is a name with a rich history, and its spread is linked to various migrations and settlement patterns. This surname, originating in India, has seen both forced and voluntary movements that have shaped its distribution. The British colonial era saw many Indians migrate to various parts of the world, including Africa, the Caribbean, and Southeast Asia. This surname, carried by individuals from these regions, has become a testament to the impact of colonial-era migrations. Furthermore, the post-independence era witnessed a significant internal migration within India itself, with people moving from rural areas to urban centers in search of better opportunities. This movement has also contributed to the spread of this surname across different parts of the country.

State-wise distribution of people with INDIRA surname

from iMeUsWe Database

Tamil Nadu state distribution for INDIRA surname

Tamil Nadu

5,041

Andhra Pradesh state distribution for INDIRA surname

Andhra Pradesh

3,397

Maharashtra state distribution for INDIRA surname

Maharashtra

1,388

Madhya Pradesh state distribution for INDIRA surname

Madhya Pradesh

745

Karnataka state distribution for INDIRA surname

Karnataka

485

Telangana state distribution for INDIRA surname

Telangana

235

Kerala state distribution for INDIRA surname

Kerala

112

Rajasthan state distribution for INDIRA surname

Rajasthan

21

Delhi state distribution for INDIRA surname

Delhi

16

Bihar state distribution for INDIRA surname

Bihar

9

Category-wise distribution of people with INDIRA surname

from iMeUsWe Database

People with the surname INDIRA 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 INDIRA surname

5,172 (45%)

Voters List

Food Distribution Records category for INDIRA surname

4,705 (41%)

Food Distribution Records

Farmer Beneficiary Records category for INDIRA surname

1,609 (14%)

Farmer Beneficiary Records

Frequently Asked Questions

The INDIRA surname is found across multiple communities including Bunt, Kodava communities.

The INDIRA surname is primarily associated with the Hindu religion.

Tamil Nadu has the highest concentration of the INDIRA surname with 5,041 records (44.0%).

INDIRA is ranked #3227 in India with approximately 18,293 people bearing this surname.

The INDIRA surname is found across 10 states, with the top 3 being Tamil Nadu (44.0%), Andhra Pradesh (29.7%), Maharashtra (12.1%).

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