Surname · Indian origin
Shah
Meaning
The surname Shah means King; merchant.
Origin
Indian
Type
other
The origin of the surname Shah
Shah is a title meaning “king,” and in Gujarat a common merchant-community surname.
What kind of surname is Shah?
Shah is a other surname. It belongs to the Indian naming tradition — you can read how Indian surnames were formed on our Indian last names page.
Other Indian surnames
Other other surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Shah mean?
The surname Shah means King; merchant. Shah is a title meaning “king,” and in Gujarat a common merchant-community surname.
Where does the surname Shah come from?
Shah is a surname of Indian origin.
What kind of surname is Shah?
Shah is a other surname.
What are other Indian surnames?
Other Indian surnames include Banerjee, Das, Gupta, Joshi, Khan, Kumar.