Shah Surname
“King, merchant”
Also spelled: Sah
Merchant surnamesPersian origin · Gujarati
History & Significance
Gujarati business community surname meaning king or merchant, also used by Jain communities.
What is the Gotra for Shah?
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Find Shah Gotra →Meaning & Origin
- Meaning
- King, merchant
- Origin
- Persian
- Language
- Gujarati
- Category
- Merchant
Regional Distribution
The Shah surname is predominantly found in: