There are
776
Nijjars in the USA
Nijjar is the
30202nd
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Nijjar

AngadSingh

Angad Singh Nijjar is a professional boxer from Canada who won a bronze medal at the 2019 Pan American Games in the welterweight division.

SukhiNijjar

Sukhi Nijjar is a Canadian actor known for his role in the TV series 'iZombie' and the film 'Railways.'

SardarNasir

Sardar Nasir Nijjar was Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of India from 30 June 2014 to 8 December 2014.

NeelamNijjar

Neelam Nijjar is a British actress known for her role in the film 'Bend It Like Beckham' and the TV series 'EastEnders.'

SafinaNijjar

Safina Nijjar is a Canadian author and speaker known for her book 'The Day We Went to War' and her work in promoting peace and social justice.

GurbirNijjar

Gurbir Nijjar is a Canadian cricketer who has represented Canada in international cricket competitions.

HarnarayanSingh

Harnarayan Singh Nijjar is a Canadian sports broadcaster known for his work as the host of 'Hockey Night in Canada: Punjabi Edition.'

HarpreetSingh

Harpreet Singh Nijjar is a former Indian field hockey player who represented India in international competitions.

SimarjeetSingh

Simarjeet Singh Nijjar is a Canadian politician who represents the riding of Surrey-Panorama in the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia.

KulrajNijjar

Kulraj Nijjar is a Canadian actress known for her roles in the TV series 'Sat Sri Akal,' 'Ajj De Ranjhe,' and 'Ambarsariya.'

Nijjar Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Nijjar' is of Punjabi origin and is commonly found among the Sikhs of Punjab, India. It is derived from the Punjabi word 'nijjara' which means 'cotton ginner' or 'cotton cleaner.' The Nijjars were traditionally involved in the cotton industry.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Nijjar' is most commonly found in the region of Punjab, India, where a large population of Sikhs with the surname Nijjar resides. It can also be found among Punjabi diaspora communities in countries like Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Nijjar' include 'Nijjar', 'Nejar', 'Najar', and 'Najjar'. These variations may have different spellings but are derived from the same Punjabi word.
Migration and ImmigrationMany people with the surname 'Nijjar' have migrated from Punjab, India to countries like Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom, seeking better opportunities and a higher standard of living.