The surname Jhattu originates from Punjab and is commonly found among Sikhs and some
Punjabi Hindus. It is relatively uncommon, and its exact meaning is not well documented in historical records. However, in
Punjabi, "Jhattu" is sometimes
used colloquially to describe
someone who is quick or hasty in their actions.
Those with the Jhattu surname are traditionally associated with the Jatt caste and often have an ancestral heritage of warriors.
Like many Sikh surnames, Jhattu is derived from a geographic location, occupation, or familial trait. It is specifically linked to the Doaba region of Punjab and is believed to have originated as a toponymic surname.