Bajpai Surname
“Descendant of the Vajapeya Yajna performer”
BrahminSanskrit OriginHindi
History & Significance
A Brahmin surname derived from 'Vajapeya', one of the most important Vedic fire ceremonies. Bajpai (also spelled Bajpayee) Brahmins are predominantly from the Kanyakubja Brahmin community and are found across Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. Former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee belongs to this lineage.
Meaning & Origin
- Meaning
- Descendant of the Vajapeya Yajna performer
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Language
- Hindi
- Category
- Brahmin
Regional Distribution
The Bajpai surname is predominantly found in:
Uttar PradeshMadhya Pradesh
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