Surname · Indian origin
Khan
Meaning
The surname Khan means Leader, ruler.
Origin
Indian
Type
other
The origin of the surname Khan
Khan is a Turkic-Mongol title, “leader” or “ruler,” widely used by Muslims across South Asia.
What kind of surname is Khan?
Khan 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 Khan mean?
The surname Khan means Leader, ruler. Khan is a Turkic-Mongol title, “leader” or “ruler,” widely used by Muslims across South Asia.
Where does the surname Khan come from?
Khan is a surname of Indian origin.
What kind of surname is Khan?
Khan is a other surname.
What are other Indian surnames?
Other Indian surnames include Banerjee, Das, Gupta, Joshi, Kumar, Mehta.