India's Elite: THESE are the surnames with the richest family businesses in the country

India's generational world of family-run enterprises has an interesting pattern, when seen beyond the lens of just worths and business sectors. Behind these successfully run businesses, there are repetitive surnames that echo through generations.

The Hurun India Rich List 2025 has brought light to Indian richest family names that consistently come up at the summit of India’s wealth pyramid.Although, one must directly think of the Ambani, Adani, Birla, and Jindal families that dominate the charts, the report highlights that several other North Indian families have also shown exceptional performance.

Which surnames in India are the wealthiest

The Hurun India Rich List 2025, compiled in partnership with Barclays Private Clients, shows a trend that wealth in India often runs deep within certain communities.

Dominating the top spot are the Agarwal and Gupta families, where 12 families each make it into India’s most valuable family enterprises.Hot on their heels is the Patel clan, with 10 families featured. Not far behind are the Jains, represented by nine families. Together, these names form the backbone of generational business dynasties that span industries and decades.Further down the list, the Mehta, Goenka, and Shah families each have five entries.

The Singh, Rao, and Doshi surnames round out the top 10, with four families each making the cut.

Wealth advisor Sarthak Ahuja talks about the same

Wealth advisor Sarthak Ahuja, commenting on these rankings, said, “Ever wondered which surname appears most often among India’s richest families? The Hurun India Rich List 2025 did a deep dive into the most frequently occurring surnames in the country’s top family-run businesses.”This information can prove to be just more than treasure, as it is crucial for understanding how wealth and influence are shared and sustained. For professionals and entrepreneurs working within India’s ultra-high-net-worth circles, knowing the common surnames can illuminate patterns of trust, networking, and partnership dynamics. Ahuja agrees, saying, “No wonder it’s great information for anyone building in wealth and catering to UHNIs”