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Most common surname in India
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History:
The Jiya surname is of Indian origin, and is most commonly found among the Hindu communities of Gujarat and Maharashtra.
The surname Jiya is believed to have been derived from the Sanskrit word ‘jiva’, which means ‘life’. Historically, the surname was used to denote those who were involved in the business of providing life insurance.
Description:
The Jiya surname is most commonly associated with the Hindu communities of Gujarat and Maharashtra, where it is still widely used. The surname is also found among the Jains, Parsis, and other ethnic groups in India.
The Jiya surname is associated with the Hindu custom of naming children after the father or grandfather. In some cases, the surname is also used to denote a person’s profession or occupation.
The Jiya surname is found in various forms, such as Jiyal, Jiyar, Jiyaraj, Jiyawala, and Jiyawale.
from iMeUsWe Database
Telangana
48
Uttar Pradesh
43
Maharashtra
5
Bihar
3
Andaman and Nicobar Islands
1
Delhi
1
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92
Farmer Beneficiary Records
8
Food Distribution Records
1
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