Afridi (surname)

The Afridi are a Pashtun tribe inhabiting the mountainous region between Afghanistan and Pakistan, primarily in the Khyber Agency of the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), now merged into Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan. The surname "Afridi" is derived from the tribe's name and is common among its members. Individuals with the surname Afridi typically trace their lineage back to this tribe and identify with Pashtun culture and traditions. The Afridi tribe has a long and well-documented history, often marked by fierce independence and resistance against external powers. Consequently, the name "Afridi" can carry significant historical and cultural weight.