Hi everyone,

I’m currently exploring the quirky world of Parsi surnames and how they essentially act as a 19th-century LinkedIn profile. From Sodawaterbottlewala to Screwala, these funny indian names are literally descriptions of ancestral family businesses.

While they are a proud mark of heritage, do you think carrying such a "mammoth" surname in a digital-first world causes any data entry issues?

I’d love to hear from anyone who has a "wala" surname—do people still ask you if your family actually sells the item in your name? It’s an "ear-resistible" bit of history that always sparks a conversation.

Thanks in advance.