iMeUsWeiMeUsWe

Navigate our 1.6B record database, always expanding!

DHATKAR Surname Meaning & Heritage Data

13,135th

Most common surname in India

269

People with this surname currently in the iMeUsWe database

History:

Dhatkar is a Maratha clan name, originating from the state of Maharashtra in India. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word ‘Dhatu’ which means metal or iron.
The Dhatkar clan was founded by a Maratha warrior named Dhatuji, who was a descendant of the great Maratha ruler Shivaji. He was a brave warrior who fought against the Mughal Empire in the late 17th century. He was successful in defeating the Mughals in several battles, and thus earned the title of ‘Dhatuji’.

Description:

The Dhatkar clan has a rich culture and traditions that have been passed down from generation to generation. The clan is known for its strong sense of loyalty, respect for elders and hospitality. The Dhatkar clan is also known for its martial arts, which is a traditional form of self-defense.
The Dhatkar clan follows the traditional customs of the Maratha community. They celebrate festivals such as Diwali, Holi, Ganesh Chaturthi, and Navratri with great enthusiasm and joy. They also observe the Maratha rituals such as the ‘Ganpati Puja’ and the ‘Gauri Puja’.
The Dhatkar clan has several variations of its name. Some of the variations include Dhutkar, Dhutkar, Dhutkar, and Dhutkari.

State-wise distribution of people with DHATKAR surname

from iMeUsWe Database

Maharashtra state distribution for DHATKAR surname

Maharashtra

153

Madhya Pradesh state distribution for DHATKAR surname

Madhya Pradesh

3

Goa state distribution for DHATKAR surname

Goa

1

Category-wise distribution of people with DHATKAR surname

from iMeUsWe Database

People with the surname DHATKAR 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 DHATKAR surname

135 (86%)

Food Distribution Records

Farmer Beneficiary Records category for DHATKAR surname

14 (9%)

Farmer Beneficiary Records

Voters List category for DHATKAR surname

8 (5%)

Voters List

Frequently Asked Questions

The DHATKAR surname is found across multiple communities including Maratha communities.

The DHATKAR surname is primarily associated with the Hindu religion.

DHATKAR families belong to the SHAUNAK gotra.

Maharashtra has the highest concentration of the DHATKAR surname with 153 records (97.5%).

The DHATKAR surname is written in MARATHI script.

DHATKAR is ranked #13135 in India with approximately 269 people bearing this surname.

The DHATKAR surname is found across 3 states, with the top 3 being Maharashtra (97.5%), Madhya Pradesh (1.9%), Goa (0.6%).

Did you find this Surname interesting?
Free Daily Chat on theiMeUsWe App
Download Now