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GAMALAPATI Surname Meaning & Heritage Data

13,224th

Most common surname in India

180

People with this surname currently in the iMeUsWe database

Description:

GAMALAPATI is a surname of Indian origin. It is a combination of two words: 'Gama' meaning 'cow' and 'Lal' meaning 'red'. This surname is found in some parts of India, especially in the states of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The history of the surname is uncertain, but it is believed to have originated with a group of people who were cowherds. They were known for their red cows, which were considered to be a symbol of good luck and prosperity. Over time, the surname became associated with these people and their red cows. The culture and customs associated with the surname vary depending on the region. In some parts of India, the name is associated with the farming community and is seen as a sign of good luck. In other areas, the name has become more closely associated with wealth and success. Variations of the surname include Gammalapati, Gamalapati, Gamalalapati, and Gamalalapaty.

State-wise distribution of people with GAMALAPATI surname

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Andhra Pradesh state distribution for GAMALAPATI surname

Andhra Pradesh

98

Tamil Nadu state distribution for GAMALAPATI surname

Tamil Nadu

31

Category-wise distribution of people with GAMALAPATI surname

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People with the surname GAMALAPATI appear across 2 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 GAMALAPATI surname

79 (61%)

Food Distribution Records

Voters List category for GAMALAPATI surname

50 (39%)

Voters List

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