Mistry
Mistry is a surname of Indian origin that is used by people across the Indian subcontinent and in the global diaspora. It derives from the occupational term mistri, meaning craftsman, builder, or mason. The word is found in Gujarati and Marathi linguistic regions and is linked to historical roles in construction and skilled trades, with origins tracing back through linguistic borrowings from Persian and Arabic.
Etymology and usage: The surname is historically associated with families whose ancestors were craftsmen or contractors
Geographic distribution and communities: In India, Mistry is most prevalent among Gujarati- and Marathi-speaking populations and
Variants and notes: The spelling Mistri is a regional variant that can be encountered in records and