About Wadia
The surname Wadia is of Persian origin and is commonly found among the Parsi community in India. It is derived from the Persian word "wadi," meaning "valley" or "riverbed." The surname likely originated as a toponymic name, indicating that the family lived near or owned land in a valley or riverbed. The Parsi community, known for their Zoroastrian faith, migrated to India from Persia (modern-day Iran) centuries ago, and the surname Wadia has since become associated with their heritage and identity.
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The surname Wadia is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Wadia 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 Wadia in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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