Bisht Surname
“Ruler, administrator (Vishishta)”
Rajput/Kshatriya surnamesSanskrit origin · Hindi/Garhwali/Kumaoni
History & Significance
A prominent Rajput surname from Uttarakhand, found in both the Garhwal and Kumaon regions. The Bisht community traces its origins to Rajput clans who migrated to the Himalayan regions. They have traditionally held positions of leadership and land ownership in the hill districts.
What is the Gotra for Bisht?
Gotra is passed down through the paternal line and may vary within families sharing the same surname. Use our Gotra Finder to discover which Gotra your family belongs to.
Find Bisht Gotra →Meaning & Origin
- Meaning
- Ruler, administrator (Vishishta)
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Language
- Hindi/Garhwali/Kumaoni
- Category
- Rajput/Kshatriya
Regional Distribution
The Bisht surname is predominantly found in: