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DASHTI Surname Meaning & Heritage Data

13,352nd

Most common surname in India

52

People with this surname currently in the iMeUsWe database

Description:

The DASHTI surname originated in India and is believed to have derived from the word “dasti” which means “attendant”. It is a common surname among the Hindu and Sikh communities, particularly in the northern states of India. The history of the DASHTI surname is closely linked to the history of India. It is believed that the surname was first used by the Rajputs, a group of Hindu warriors who ruled over many parts of India. It is also believed that the surname was used by members of the Sikh community who migrated to India from the Punjab region. The culture and customs associated with the DASHTI surname vary depending on the region and the religion of the family. In the northern states of India, the surname is often associated with the Rajputs, who were known for their bravery and loyalty. In the Sikh community, the surname is associated with the Sikh Gurus and the teachings of Sikhism. Variations of the DASHTI surname include Dasti, Dastey, Dasti, and Dasteya. The spelling of the surname may also vary depending on the region and language spoken.

State-wise distribution of people with DASHTI surname

from iMeUsWe Database

Tamil Nadu state distribution for DASHTI surname

Tamil Nadu

30

Andhra Pradesh state distribution for DASHTI surname

Andhra Pradesh

8

Maharashtra state distribution for DASHTI surname

Maharashtra

4

Category-wise distribution of people with DASHTI surname

from iMeUsWe Database

People with the surname DASHTI appear across 3 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.

Voters List category for DASHTI surname

34 (81%)

Voters List

Food Distribution Records category for DASHTI surname

7 (17%)

Food Distribution Records

Farmer Beneficiary Records category for DASHTI surname

1 (2%)

Farmer Beneficiary Records

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! The DASHTI surname is shared across Parsi, Islam religions.

Tamil Nadu has the highest concentration of the DASHTI surname with 30 records (71.4%).

The DASHTI surname is written in PARSI script.

DASHTI is ranked #13352 in India with approximately 52 people bearing this surname.

The DASHTI surname is found across 3 states, with the top 3 being Tamil Nadu (71.4%), Andhra Pradesh (19.0%), Maharashtra (9.5%).

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