Description:
The surname Chindhekar is of Indian origin and is derived from the Sanskrit words “Chin” meaning “to cut” and “Dhekar” meaning “axe”. It is used to denote a person who is an expert in cutting or shaping wood. The Chindhekar surname is found mainly in the states of Maharashtra and Gujarat in India. Historically, the Chindhekar surname was used by carpenters and woodworkers, who were skilled in the craft of woodworking. The culture and customs of the Chindhekar surname are similar to other Indian communities. They celebrate all the major festivals of India such as Diwali, Holi and Navratri. They also observe the traditional practices of their caste such as the Upanayanam ceremony, which is the thread ceremony for boys. Variations of the Chindhekar surname include Chindhekare, Chindhekere, Chindhekari and Chindhekar.
