Janeja

Janeja is a surname of Indian origin, most commonly found among communities in the Punjab region of the Indian subcontinent. The etymology of the name is not definitively established, though it is believed to be derived from a historical or geographical reference. As a patronymic or clan name, Janeja can indicate lineage and shared ancestry. Individuals bearing the surname Janeja are found in various professions and walks of life, both within India and in the global diaspora. The surname's prevalence is higher in the northern Indian states of Punjab and Haryana, and also among Sikh and Hindu communities. Its presence outside of India is largely due to migration patterns of people of Indian descent. There are no widely recognized historical figures solely identified by the surname Janeja that have significantly altered the course of history, but it is a common surname among many families.