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VASHISHTA Surname Meaning & Heritage Data

13,112th

Most common surname in India

292

People with this surname currently in the iMeUsWe database

Description:

Vashisht is an ancient Indian surname. It is derived from the Sanskrit word “vashishtha”, which means “excellent” or “most excellent”. It is believed to be an Aryan name, and was used to denote a learned Brahmin. The origin of the surname is uncertain, but it is believed to have originated in the Vedic period. It is found in several ancient texts, including the Mahabharata, the Ramayana, and the Rig Veda. The Vashisht family has a long and rich history. They were prominent during the reigns of the Mughal emperors, and many members of the family served in the royal courts. They are also known for their contributions to the field of medicine, and some of the most famous Vashisht physicians were Vashisht Bhai and Vashisht Datt. The Vashisht culture is rich and varied. They are known for their hospitality and generosity, and they take pride in their traditions and customs. They are also known for their devotion to their faith, and many members of the family are ardent followers of Hinduism. Variations of the surname include Vashishth, Vashishta, Vashishtam, Vashishti, and Vashishtte.

State-wise distribution of people with VASHISHTA surname

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Delhi state distribution for VASHISHTA surname

Delhi

120

Rajasthan state distribution for VASHISHTA surname

Rajasthan

26

Madhya Pradesh state distribution for VASHISHTA surname

Madhya Pradesh

25

Maharashtra state distribution for VASHISHTA surname

Maharashtra

9

Uttar Pradesh state distribution for VASHISHTA surname

Uttar Pradesh

8

Haryana state distribution for VASHISHTA surname

Haryana

5

Andhra Pradesh state distribution for VASHISHTA surname

Andhra Pradesh

3

Kerala state distribution for VASHISHTA surname

Kerala

3

Himachal Pradesh state distribution for VASHISHTA surname

Himachal Pradesh

2

Tamil Nadu state distribution for VASHISHTA surname

Tamil Nadu

2

Category-wise distribution of people with VASHISHTA surname

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People with the surname VASHISHTA 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 VASHISHTA surname

146 (71%)

Voters List

Food Distribution Records category for VASHISHTA surname

33 (16%)

Food Distribution Records

Farmer Beneficiary Records category for VASHISHTA surname

26 (13%)

Farmer Beneficiary Records

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