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GANDLA Surname Meaning & Heritage Data

6,105th

Most common surname in India

8,619

People with this surname currently in the iMeUsWe database

History:

Gandla. This surname is a fascinating one, hinting at a rich history of movement and adaptation. While specific details are hard to come by, its likely that this surname has roots in a region where the word "Gandla" held significance, perhaps related to a place, a profession, or even a characteristic. The spread of this surname could be attributed to various factors, including forced migrations due to political or economic upheavals, or voluntary movements driven by trade, exploration, or simply the search for a better life. Over time, as families settled in new areas, the surname Gandla likely evolved, adapting to local pronunciations and spellings. The journey of this surname is a testament to the dynamic nature of human history and the enduring power of family ties.

This Surname has Bikshu, Satnella, Chatneella Gotra.

Description:

GANDLA is a surname that is primarily found in the Telugu-speaking regions of India. This surname is associated with the Kamma community, a prominent and influential caste in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.

This surname is a fascinating one! Its likely of Indian origin, possibly meaning "bird" or "eagle." Here are three variations you might find: Gandla (the most common form) Gandola (a slightly altered spelling) Gandhal (a variation with a different ending).

State-wise distribution of people with GANDLA surname

from iMeUsWe Database

Tamil Nadu state distribution for GANDLA surname

Tamil Nadu

3,410

Andhra Pradesh state distribution for GANDLA surname

Andhra Pradesh

2,690

Maharashtra state distribution for GANDLA surname

Maharashtra

15

Madhya Pradesh state distribution for GANDLA surname

Madhya Pradesh

13

Telangana state distribution for GANDLA surname

Telangana

5

Gujarat state distribution for GANDLA surname

Gujarat

1

Category-wise distribution of people with GANDLA surname

from iMeUsWe Database

People with the surname GANDLA 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.

Voters List category for GANDLA surname

4,028 (66%)

Voters List

Food Distribution Records category for GANDLA surname

1,977 (32%)

Food Distribution Records

Farmer Beneficiary Records category for GANDLA surname

129 (2%)

Farmer Beneficiary Records

GANDLA is the only known surname recorded in 2 gotras: SATNELLA, CHATNEELLA.

Frequently Asked Questions

The GANDLA surname is found across multiple communities including Padmasali, Teli, Kapu, Reddy, Sagara, Padmashali, Bagata, Karnataka Padmashali communities.

The GANDLA surname is primarily associated with the Hindu religion.

GANDLA families belong to multiple gotras including BIKSHU, SATNELLA, CHATNEELLA.

Tamil Nadu has the highest concentration of the GANDLA surname with 3,410 records (55.6%).

The GANDLA surname is written in TELUGU script.

GANDLA is ranked #6105 in India with approximately 8,619 people bearing this surname.

The GANDLA surname is found across 6 states, with the top 3 being Tamil Nadu (55.6%), Andhra Pradesh (43.9%), Maharashtra (0.2%).

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