About Baniya
The surname Baniya is of Indian origin and is commonly found among the Hindu community, particularly in the Bania caste. The term "Baniya" is derived from the Sanskrit word "vaniya," which means "merchant" or "trader." Therefore, individuals with the surname Baniya are often associated with business and commerce. Historically, the Baniyas were involved in various trade activities, including banking, money lending, and mercantile pursuits. Today, the surname Baniya continues to represent a community of individuals engaged in business and entrepreneurial endeavors.
The surname Baniya is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Baniya based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Baniya is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Baniya in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Baniya using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.