UK surname

Khullar

An Indian surname originating from the Sanskrit word "khull" meaning "shining, brilliant".

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Merton, Oadby and Wigston and Croydon.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Khullar is 139 in 2013. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

Modern count

135

2016, ranked #25,505

Peak year

2013

139 bearers

Map years

2006 to 2016

Key insights

• The latest modern count shown here is 135 in 2016, ranked #25,505.
• The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Outer Suburbs.

Map

Khullar surname distribution map

The map shows where the Khullar surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.

Distribution map

Khullar surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

Khullar over time

The table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.

Year	Period	Count	Rank
1997	modern	93	#27,932
1998	modern	88	#29,131
1999	modern	96	#28,326
2000	modern	90	#29,068
2001	modern	95	#28,101
2002	modern	94	#28,797
2003	modern	97	#28,217
2004	modern	93	#29,065
2005	modern	96	#28,671
2006	modern	105	#27,479
2007	modern	117	#26,066
2008	modern	122	#25,638
2009	modern	132	#24,929
2010	modern	134	#25,263
2011	modern	127	#25,926
2012	modern	129	#25,705
2013	modern	139	#24,912
2014	modern	135	#25,581
2015	modern	132	#25,859
2016	modern	135	#25,505

Geography

Where Khullars are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around No data. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Merton, Oadby and Wigston, Croydon, Manchester and Slough. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.

Some modern areas include a three-digit suffix, such as Leeds 110. The suffix is a small-area code, so it stays in the table while the prose uses the plain place name.

Top historical parishes

Rank	Parish	Area
1	No data	No data

Top modern areas

Rank	Area	District
1	Merton 002	Merton
2	Oadby and Wigston 009	Oadby and Wigston
3	Croydon 038	Croydon
4	Manchester 033	Manchester
5	Slough 004	Slough

Forenames

First names often paired with Khullar

These lists show first names that appear often with the Khullar surname in historical and recent records.

Historical female names

No Forenames Found

Historical male names

No Forenames Found

Recent female names

Rita Madhu Priti Rima Sonya Manika Monika Meenu Anshika Sherin

Recent male names

Paul Deepak Arjun Anil Sunil Amit Fabrice Vijay Ashim Pankaj

Modern profile

Neighbourhood profile for Khullar

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Khullar, this points to the kinds of places where the surname is most concentrated today.

These neighbourhood labels describe areas, not individual people. They are useful because surnames often cluster through family history, migration, housing patterns and local work. A surname can be strongest in one type of neighbourhood even when people with that name live across the country.

The UK classification gives the national picture. The London classification is more specific to the capital, where housing, age profile, tenure and population mix can look quite different from the rest of the UK.

UK neighbourhood type

UK Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Ethnically Diverse Suburban Professionals

Group

Outer Suburbs

Nationally, the Khullar surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Outer Suburbs, within Ethnically Diverse Suburban Professionals. This does not mean every Khullar household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

These neighbourhoods are found on the outer edges of many towns and cities. Many residents were born outside the UK. Indian ethnic group representation is high. There are high numbers of families with dependent children aged 5 to 14. Incidences of disability and of provision of unpaid care are low. Neighbourhoods provide a mix of detached housing and flats, and terraced housing is not uncommon. Levels of overcrowding are low and homeownership rates are high. Professional and managerial occupations are prevalent: unemployment is low and education to degree level is the norm.

Wider pattern

Those working within the managerial, professional and administrative occupations typically reflect a wide range of ethnic groups, and reside in detached or semi-detached housing. Their residential locations at the edges of cities and conurbations and car-based lifestyles are more characteristic of Supergroup membership than birthplace or participation in child-rearing. Houses are typically owner-occupied and marriage rates are lower than the national average. This Supergroup is found throughout suburban UK.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Older Residents in Owner-Occupied Suburbs

Group

Professional Periphery

Within London, Khullar is most associated with areas classed as Professional Periphery, part of Older Residents in Owner-Occupied Suburbs. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.

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Group profile

These neighbourhoods predominantly house residents aged 45+, with many aged 85+. Most employed residents work in senior roles, and relatively few work in unskilled jobs. Terraced housing is comparatively rare, but communal living is more common. More residents identify as of Indian ethnicity and more affiliate with non-Christian religions. Disability levels are below the Supergroup average.

Wider London pattern

The age distribution of these neighbourhoods is skewed towards the middle-aged and old, although few residents live alone or in communal establishments and numbers of dependent children are around average. Owner occupation is the norm, as is residence in detached or semi-detached houses. Residential densities are low and many households have spare rooms. Most residents were born in the UK and, aside from some identifying as members of Chinese or Indian ethnicities, identify as White. Mixed ethnicity households are rare. Incidence of married couples is higher than average and few individuals have never been married. A large proportion of individuals still in employment work in administrative and secretarial occupations, or in the construction industry. Few residents are students, and many households own more than one car.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Khullar is most concentrated in decile 10 for access to healthy assets and hazards. This places the surname towards the healthier end of the index.

Lower deciles point towards weaker access to healthy assets or stronger exposure to local hazards. Higher deciles point towards stronger access and fewer hazards.

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Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Khullar falls in decile 4 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname near the middle of the scale.

Decile 1 represents the more deprived end of the scale. Decile 10 represents the less deprived end.

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Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Khullar is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 50-60 mbit/s.

The scale below places that band in context, from slower local download bands through to faster ones.

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Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate: Asian - Indian

This describes the area pattern most associated with Khullar, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Origin

Meaning and origin of Khullar

The surname Khullar has its origins in the Punjab region of the Indian subcontinent, where it is associated with the Khatri caste of traders and businessmen. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word "khull," meaning "open" or "free," suggesting a connection to an open or unobstructed area or territory.

The earliest known records of the Khullar name can be traced back to the 16th century, when it appeared in various historical documents and manuscripts from the region. One notable reference is found in the "Ain-i-Akbari," a 16th-century administrative document commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Akbar, which mentions the Khullar community.

During the 17th and 18th centuries, the Khullar name gained prominence in the Punjab region, with several notable individuals bearing this surname. One such figure was Bhai Mani Singh Khullar (1644-1734), a renowned Sikh scholar and warrior who played a crucial role in preserving and transcribing the Adi Granth, the central religious scripture of Sikhism.

Another prominent Khullar was Lala Dina Nath Khullar (1822-1899), a renowned educationist and social reformer from Punjab. He was instrumental in establishing several educational institutions, including the Dayanand Anglo-Vedic College in Lahore, which played a significant role in promoting education during the British Raj.

In the 20th century, the Khullar name gained further recognition with individuals like Madhav Khullar (1921-2002), an Indian diplomat and former ambassador to several countries, and Krishan Khullar (1924-2005), a celebrated Indian artist known for his vibrant and colorful paintings depicting rural life in Punjab.

Another notable Khullar was Kapil Khullar (1936-2016), a distinguished Indian Navy officer who served as the Chief of the Naval Staff from 1991 to 1993. He played a pivotal role in modernizing the Indian Navy and enhancing its operational capabilities.

While the Khullar surname has its roots in the Punjab region, it has since spread across India and around the world due to migration and diaspora communities. The name continues to be associated with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including academics, professionals, and entrepreneurs.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Khullar surname: questions and answers

How common is the Khullar surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 135 in 2016. That gives Khullar a modern rank of #25,505.

What does the Khullar surname mean?