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HATHIWALA Surname Meaning & Heritage Data

13,313th

Most common surname in India

91

People with this surname currently in the iMeUsWe database

Description:

Hathiwala is a surname originating from the Indian state of Gujarat. It is believed to be derived from the word 'Hathi', meaning elephant. This surname is commonly found among the Gujarati-speaking communities of India. The history of the Hathiwala surname is not well-documented, but it is believed to have originated during the period of the Mughal Empire. During this time, many communities in Gujarat adopted surnames to distinguish themselves from other groups. The Hathiwala surname is thought to have been adopted by some of these communities as a way of identifying themselves as descendants of an elephant-riding ancestor. The culture and customs of the Hathiwala community are largely similar to those of other Gujarati-speaking communities. They are known for their hospitality and respect for their elders. They also place great emphasis on education and are known for their entrepreneurial spirit. Variations of the Hathiwala surname include Hathiwale, Hathivale, Hathivalla, Hathivala, and Hathivalli.

State-wise distribution of people with HATHIWALA surname

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Gujarat state distribution for HATHIWALA surname

Gujarat

14

Maharashtra state distribution for HATHIWALA surname

Maharashtra

8

Category-wise distribution of people with HATHIWALA surname

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People with the surname HATHIWALA 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.

Farmer Beneficiary Records category for HATHIWALA surname

10 (45%)

Farmer Beneficiary Records

Voters List category for HATHIWALA surname

7 (32%)

Voters List

Food Distribution Records category for HATHIWALA surname

5 (23%)

Food Distribution Records

Frequently Asked Questions

The HATHIWALA surname is primarily associated with the Hindu religion.

Gujarat has the highest concentration of the HATHIWALA surname with 14 records (63.6%).

The HATHIWALA surname is written in GUJARATI script.

HATHIWALA is ranked #13313 in India with approximately 91 people bearing this surname.

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