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Boparai Family History

Boparai Surname Meaning

Indian (Punjab): Jat and Sikh name probably a habitational name from Boparai village in Amritsar district.

It was named for its founder Bopa Rai, who lived during the 12th century.

The village has historical significance, reflecting the cultural heritage of the region.

This naming convention highlights the connection between individuals and their geographic origins.

Boparai village continues to be an important reference point for the Jat and Sikh communities.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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You can see how Boparai families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Boparai family name was found in Scotland in 1871. In 1871 there was 1 Boparai family living in Stirlingshire. This was 100% of all the recorded Boparai's in Scotland. Stirlingshire had the highest population of Boparai families in 1871.
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Passenger Lists

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Average Boparai life expectancy in 1985 was 79 years. This was higher than the general public life expectancy which was 73.

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