What does the Maan surname mean?

The Maan surname means "Honour / Pride". It is of Punjabi (maan — honour, pride) origin and is predominantly found among Jat Sikh communities in Punjab, Haryana, Delhi.

Maan Surname

“Honour / Pride”

Jat SikhPunjabi (maan — honour, pride) OriginPunjabi

History & Significance

A Jat Sikh clan surname from Punjab derived from the Punjabi 'maan' meaning honour or pride — qualities central to the Jat ethos. The Maan clan is found across Punjab and Haryana. The legendary Punjabi folk singer Gurdas Maan, whose music celebrates Punjab's rural heritage, has made this name synonymous with Punjabi musical and cultural pride.

Meaning & Origin

Meaning: Honour / Pride
Origin: Punjabi (maan — honour, pride)
Language: Punjabi
Category: Jat Sikh

Regional Distribution

The Maan surname is predominantly found in:

PunjabHaryanaDelhi

Related Surnames

Gill— Prosperity, moisture Bains— Bamboo grove / Lineage Randhawa— Warrior / Of the Randhawa clan Sidhu— Descendant of Siddha

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