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GONGA Surname Meaning & Heritage Data

13,115th

Most common surname in India

289

People with this surname currently in the iMeUsWe database

History:

GONGA is a surname of African origin, derived from the Gonga people of Angola and Congo.
The Gonga people have a long and rich history in the region. They are believed to have migrated from the Congo River basin to Angola in the 17th century. They are known for their unique language, culture, and customs.

Description:

The Gonga people have a distinct culture and language. They are known for their traditional music and dance, as well as their art, which is characterized by bright colors and intricate patterns.
The Gonga people have a strong sense of community and family. They are known for their hospitality and respect for their elders. They also have a strong belief in the power of spirits and the supernatural.
GONGA is also sometimes spelled GONGO or GONGOA.

State-wise distribution of people with GONGA surname

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Maharashtra state distribution for GONGA surname

Maharashtra

70

Tamil Nadu state distribution for GONGA surname

Tamil Nadu

70

Andhra Pradesh state distribution for GONGA surname

Andhra Pradesh

11

Bihar state distribution for GONGA surname

Bihar

9

Gujarat state distribution for GONGA surname

Gujarat

4

Delhi state distribution for GONGA surname

Delhi

3

Madhya Pradesh state distribution for GONGA surname

Madhya Pradesh

2

Category-wise distribution of people with GONGA surname

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People with the surname GONGA 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 GONGA surname

94 (56%)

Voters List

Food Distribution Records category for GONGA surname

71 (42%)

Food Distribution Records

Farmer Beneficiary Records category for GONGA surname

4 (2%)

Farmer Beneficiary Records

Frequently Asked Questions

The GONGA surname is found across multiple communities including Tamang communities.

The GONGA surname is primarily associated with the Hindu religion.

GONGA families belong to the SHOUNAKA gotra.

Maharashtra has the highest concentration of the GONGA surname with 70 records (41.4%).

The GONGA surname is written in TELUGU script.

GONGA is ranked #13115 in India with approximately 289 people bearing this surname.

The GONGA surname is found across 7 states, with the top 3 being Maharashtra (41.4%), Tamil Nadu (41.4%), Andhra Pradesh (6.5%).

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