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DHANASKAR Surname Meaning & Heritage Data

13,212th

Most common surname in India

192

People with this surname currently in the iMeUsWe database

Description:

The Dhankar surname is of Indian origin and is most commonly associated with the Rajputs of Northern India. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Dhankara' which means 'lord of the mountains'. Historically, the Dhankar clan was a warrior clan and its members were known for their bravery and courage. The Dhankars are believed to have originated from the Rajputs of Rajasthan, and were one of the 36 royal clans of the region. They were known for their loyalty and were often employed as bodyguards and warriors by the Rajputs. The Dhankar surname is found throughout India, but is especially common in the states of Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh. The variations of the surname include Dhankar, Dhankarwal, Dhankarwala, Dhankhar, Dhankharwal, and Dhankharwala. The Dhankars follow a variety of customs and traditions, which vary depending on the region they are from. Generally, they follow the traditions of the Rajputs, including arranged marriages and a hierarchical social structure. They also have a strong sense of family and community, and are known for their hospitality and generosity.

State-wise distribution of people with DHANASKAR surname

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Maharashtra state distribution for DHANASKAR surname

Maharashtra

50

Madhya Pradesh state distribution for DHANASKAR surname

Madhya Pradesh

45

Category-wise distribution of people with DHANASKAR surname

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People with the surname DHANASKAR 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.

Food Distribution Records category for DHANASKAR surname

68 (72%)

Food Distribution Records

Farmer Beneficiary Records category for DHANASKAR surname

19 (20%)

Farmer Beneficiary Records

Voters List category for DHANASKAR surname

8 (8%)

Voters List

Frequently Asked Questions

The DHANASKAR surname is primarily associated with the Hindu religion.

Maharashtra has the highest concentration of the DHANASKAR surname with 50 records (52.6%).

The DHANASKAR surname is written in MARATHI script.

DHANASKAR is ranked #13212 in India with approximately 192 people bearing this surname.

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