Description:
The Nauhwar surname is derived from a clan of the Jat people, an ethnic group found in northern India and Pakistan. The original home of the Nauhwar clan was in the region of present-day Uttar Pradesh and Haryana. The clan is believed to have migrated from the region of Rajasthan in the 10th century. The Nauhwar surname is associated with the Jat people, and is believed to signify a person of strong character or a leader. The surname is also commonly found among the Sikh community, and is associated with the warriors of the Sikh faith. The culture and customs of the Nauhwar clan are similar to those of other Jat clans. The clan is traditionally patriarchal, with the eldest male in the family being the head of the household. Marriage within the clan is not allowed, and the Nauhwar are known to practice endogamy. Variations of the Nauhwar surname include Nohar, Nohwar, Noharwala, and Noharwalia.
