Kohli Surname
“Weaver, from Kohala region”
KhatriPlace name/Occupation OriginPunjabi/Hindi
History & Significance
A Khatri surname possibly derived from the historical Kohala region or the weaving profession. The Kohli community is a prominent Khatri clan from Punjab, with many families settling in Delhi and other parts of India after the 1947 partition.
Meaning & Origin
- Meaning
- Weaver, from Kohala region
- Origin
- Place name/Occupation
- Language
- Punjabi/Hindi
- Category
- Khatri
Regional Distribution
The Kohli surname is predominantly found in:
PunjabDelhiJammu
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