Batra Surname

Trader, merchant

KhatriPunjabi/Persian OriginPunjabi/Hindi

History & Significance

A Khatri surname from Punjab, traditionally associated with trade and commerce. The Batra community was part of the vibrant mercantile culture of pre-partition Punjab and many families migrated to Delhi and other parts of India during the 1947 partition.

Meaning & Origin

Meaning
Trader, merchant
Origin
Punjabi/Persian
Language
Punjabi/Hindi
Category
Khatri

Regional Distribution

The Batra surname is predominantly found in:

PunjabDelhiHaryana

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