Description:
Godhaviya is a surname of Indian origin, primarily found in the state of Rajasthan. It is believed to be derived from the Sanskrit word ‘Godha’, which means ‘lord’ or ‘protector’. The Godhaviya surname is found among Rajputs, Marathas, and other communities in India. The Godhaviya surname is believed to have originated in the Rajput royal family of Jodhpur. The first recorded use of the surname was in the 17th century, when Raja Jodhaji, the founder of Jodhpur, adopted the title of ‘Godhaviya’. The Godhaviya surname is also found among the Marathas, who trace their descent from the legendary Maratha warrior, Shivaji. The Godhaviya surname is also found among the Yadavs, a community of cowherds and agriculturalists. Variations of the Godhaviya surname include Godhavi, Godhav, Godhaviyar, and Godhaviyar.
