Mukherjee
The origin of the surname Mukherjee
Mukherjee, from Mukhopadhyay, is a Bengali Brahmin name linked to the village Mukhati.
What kind of surname is Mukherjee?
Mukherjee is a toponymic surname, originally describing where the bearer lived or came from. It belongs to the Indian naming tradition — you can read how Indian surnames were formed on our Indian last names page.
Variants & spellings of Mukherjee
You may also see this surname written as:
- Mukhopadhyay
Other Indian surnames
Other toponymic surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Mukherjee mean?
The surname Mukherjee means Brahmin of Mukhati. Mukherjee, from Mukhopadhyay, is a Bengali Brahmin name linked to the village Mukhati.
Where does the surname Mukherjee come from?
Mukherjee is a surname of Indian origin.
What kind of surname is Mukherjee?
Mukherjee is a toponymic surname, originally describing where the bearer lived or came from.
What are other spellings of Mukherjee?
Variant spellings of Mukherjee include Mukhopadhyay.
What are other Indian surnames?
Other Indian surnames include Banerjee, Das, Gupta, Joshi, Khan, Kumar.