Somani Surname
“Lord of soma / Lunar family”
Merchant/MarwariSanskrit (Soma — moon) OriginRajasthani/Hindi
History & Significance
A Marwari merchant surname derived from 'Soma' (the moon, or the soma plant of Vedic rituals). The Somani community is part of the Marwari mercantile tradition that spread across India during the 18th and 19th centuries. Many Somani families are involved in finance, industry, and trade, maintaining their Rajasthani cultural roots while contributing to the broader Indian economy.
Meaning & Origin
- Meaning
- Lord of soma / Lunar family
- Origin
- Sanskrit (Soma — moon)
- Language
- Rajasthani/Hindi
- Category
- Merchant/Marwari
Regional Distribution
The Somani surname is predominantly found in:
RajasthanMaharashtraGujaratDelhi
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