Arainian

Arainian refers to a person who belongs to the Arain community, a Punjabi agrarian group primarily associated with the Punjab region of Pakistan and India. The term is used in some English-language and diaspora contexts to denote membership in the Arain community, but not all Arains use the demonym Arainian.

Historically, the Arains have been identified as an agricultural community. In both historical and more recent periods, they have been noted for farming and landholding within Punjab, and they are commonly described as Punjabi-speaking with clan- or lineage-based social organization. The Arain community spans urban and rural settings and has adapted to changing social and economic conditions over time.

Language, religion, and culture: The principal language within the Arain community is Punjabi, with dialects that vary by region. In Pakistan, most Arains are Muslim, while in Indian Punjab there are Hindu and Sikh Arain communities as well. Across diasporic communities, Arains commonly maintain Punjabi cultural traditions, including language use, music, and marriage customs, while integrating into local contexts.

Geography and diaspora: Today, Arainian-identifying individuals are concentrated in the Punjab regions of Pakistan and India, with diaspora communities in parts of the Middle East, Europe, North America, and elsewhere. Within both countries, Arain communities participate in a range of urban and rural settlements, maintaining cultural ties through language, family networks, and community institutions.

See also: Arain people.