Description:
The name Goundar is derived from the Tamil word 'goundar' meaning 'goat'. The name may have originated in the ancient Tamil kingdom of Kalinga. The Goundar people are a Tamil-speaking community who are found in the states of Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka. They are also found in Sri Lanka. The Goundar people are Hindus and their culture and customs are similar to those of the Tamil people. There are several variations of the Goundar surname including Gounder, Gounderrai, Goundarai, Gounderap, Gounderappan, and Gounderapagoundar.
