Lakhani (surname)

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Lakhani is a surname, which means "descendant of Lakh", derived from the Sanskrit laksmana , meaning "one who has auspicious marks". [1] The name originates from Gujarat, India and Sindh, Pakistan. [1] The surname may refer to:

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References

  1. 1 2 Dictionary of American Family Names. "Lakhani Family History", Oxford University Press, 2013. Retrieved on 16 January 2016.