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DHONKAR Surname Meaning & Heritage Data

13,374th

Most common surname in India

30

People with this surname currently in the iMeUsWe database

History:

The surname Dhonkar is believed to have originated in the Indian state of Gujarat.
According to one source, the Dhonkar surname is derived from the Sanskrit word 'dhvaja' meaning 'flag' or 'banner'. It is believed that the surname was given to those who were members of the military or who served in the army.

Description:

The Dhonkar family is known for its strong sense of loyalty and commitment to family values. They are also known for their strong work ethic and their dedication to their community.
The Dhonkar family is known for its traditional customs and rituals. They observe various festivals and celebrations throughout the year, including Diwali, Holi, and Dussehra.
The Dhonkar surname is also found in other countries, including Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Nepal. Variations of the surname include Dhankar, Dhonkari, and Dhonki.

State-wise distribution of people with DHONKAR surname

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Maharashtra state distribution for DHONKAR surname

Maharashtra

14

Bihar state distribution for DHONKAR surname

Bihar

2

Madhya Pradesh state distribution for DHONKAR surname

Madhya Pradesh

2

Category-wise distribution of people with DHONKAR surname

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People with the surname DHONKAR 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 DHONKAR surname

10 (56%)

Food Distribution Records

Farmer Beneficiary Records category for DHONKAR surname

5 (28%)

Farmer Beneficiary Records

Voters List category for DHONKAR surname

3 (17%)

Voters List

Frequently Asked Questions

The DHONKAR surname is found across multiple communities including Brahmin Karhade, Brahmin, Karhade, Deshastha, Conkanastha communities.

The DHONKAR surname is primarily associated with the Hindu religion.

DHONKAR families belong to the JAAMADAGNYA gotra.

Maharashtra has the highest concentration of the DHONKAR surname with 14 records (77.8%).

The DHONKAR surname is written in MARATHI script.

DHONKAR is ranked #13374 in India with approximately 30 people bearing this surname.

The DHONKAR surname is found across 3 states, with the top 3 being Maharashtra (77.8%), Bihar (11.1%), Madhya Pradesh (11.1%).

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