About Bisht
The surname Bisht is primarily found in the Indian subcontinent, particularly among the Kumaoni and Garhwali communities of Uttarakhand. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "vishita," meaning "special" or "distinguished." The surname Bisht is often associated with the Kshatriya (warrior) caste and is considered a title of honor and respect. It signifies a person of high social standing or someone who holds a position of authority within the community.
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The surname Bisht is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Bisht 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 Bisht is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Bisht in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Bisht using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.