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BADE Surname Meaning & Heritage Data

1,700th

Most common surname in India

36,429

People with this surname currently in the iMeUsWe database

History:

The Bade surname has diverse origins, with mythological ties and cultural significance. In some traditions, the name is linked to ancient Indian deities or clan-based communities in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh. Derived from the Marathi word "Bada," meaning "big" or "great," the surname may reflect the stature, responsibility, or prominence of its bearers. Communities with the Bade surname are historically associated with leadership roles in their regions. Over time, they have actively participated in social and political movements, contributing to local governance, trade, and regional development. Migration patterns indicate significant settlement in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and parts of Gujarat.
This Surname has Shaunalya, Parashar, and Ayyavarla Gotra. This Surname Worships Jogeshwaree Kuldevta.

Description:

The Bade community is known for its adherence to rituals and festivals like Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali, and Holi. Predominantly Marathi speakers, the surname also finds speakers of Hindi and Gujarati due to migration. Family values emphasize respect, community bonding, and spiritual growth. The Bade community cherishes traditional foods such as bhakri, puran poli, and seasonal delicacies. Literacy rates are moderate, with rising education levels leading to diverse occupations. While agriculture and trade are traditional occupations, modern professions include teaching, engineering, and government service. Noble personalities include regional leaders and educators from Maharashtra.

State-wise distribution of people with BADE surname

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Maharashtra state distribution for BADE surname

Maharashtra

8,992

Madhya Pradesh state distribution for BADE surname

Madhya Pradesh

7,937

Andhra Pradesh state distribution for BADE surname

Andhra Pradesh

5,003

Tamil Nadu state distribution for BADE surname

Tamil Nadu

1,685

Bihar state distribution for BADE surname

Bihar

173

Delhi state distribution for BADE surname

Delhi

70

Jharkhand state distribution for BADE surname

Jharkhand

20

Uttar Pradesh state distribution for BADE surname

Uttar Pradesh

16

Telangana state distribution for BADE surname

Telangana

8

Karnataka state distribution for BADE surname

Karnataka

2

Category-wise distribution of people with BADE surname

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People with the surname BADE appear across 5 types of official government records in iMeUsWe's database — from electoral rolls to agricultural records — showing how widely distributed this surname is across Indian society.

Food Distribution Records category for BADE surname

17,308 (72%)

Food Distribution Records

Farmer Beneficiary Records category for BADE surname

3,589 (15%)

Farmer Beneficiary Records

Voters List category for BADE surname

2,951 (12%)

Voters List

Investor & Taxpayer Records category for BADE surname

69 (0.3%)

Investor & Taxpayer Records

Govertment Farmers Benificary List category for BADE surname

7 (0.0%)

Govertment Farmers Benificary List

Frequently Asked Questions

BADE families worship JOGESHWAREE as their Kuldevta (family deity).

The BADE surname is found across multiple communities including Bora communities.

The BADE surname is primarily associated with the Hindu religion.

BADE families belong to multiple gotras including SHAUNALYA, PARASHAR, AYYAVARLA, AYODHYA.

Maharashtra has the highest concentration of the BADE surname with 8,992 records (37.6%).

The BADE surname is written in MARATHI, TELUGU scripts.

BADE is ranked #1700 in India with approximately 36,429 people bearing this surname.

The BADE surname is found across 10 states, with the top 3 being Maharashtra (37.6%), Madhya Pradesh (33.2%), Andhra Pradesh (20.9%).

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