About Senanayake
The surname Senanayake is of Sinhalese origin and is commonly found in Sri Lanka. It is derived from the combination of two words: "Sena," meaning army or warrior, and "Nayake," meaning leader or chief. Therefore, the surname Senanayake can be interpreted to mean "leader of the army" or "chief of the warriors." It is often associated with individuals who held prominent positions in the military or were known for their leadership qualities.
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The surname Senanayake is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Senanayake based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Senanayake in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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