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From Smith to Singh: The Most Common Surname in Australian State is Now Indian

The changing face of Victoria has been reflected in the most common surnames, some of which have remained while others have disappeared.
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From Smith to Singh: The Most Common Surname in Australian State is Now Indian
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Crystal-Rose Jones
Crystal-Rose Jones
3/3/2025|Updated: 3/4/2025
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Surname data from Births, Deaths and Marriages Victoria has revealed the changing trends among titles in the state.

The Epoch Times has broken down the data to show the shifts over the decades, reflective of Australia’s changing migration patterns.

2024: Singh Reigns Supreme

The surname Singh took the top spot for registered surnames in Victoria in 2024.
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Crystal-Rose Jones
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Crystal-Rose Jones is a reporter based in Australia. She previously worked at News Corp for 16 years as a senior journalist and editor.
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