Origin and Meaning of Gilani

Descendant of Gilan, one who hails from Gilan

Origin: Persian - The surname Gilani is derived from Gilan, a region in northern Iran. It is often used to denote lineage or ancestry as 'descendant of Gilani'.

• Gilani is commonly associated with the Gilani people, an ethnic group primarily residing in the Gilan province of Iran.
• In South Asia, particularly in Pakistan and India, Gilani is a popular surname among Muslims and is sometimes associated with nobility.
• Notable people with the surname include Syed Ali Gilani, a prominent Kashmiri separatist leader.
• The name has varying popularity based on regional and cultural contexts, with significant representation in South Asian communities.
• Variations of the name include Gilanian and Gilan, which can also indicate geographical heritage.