Description:
The surname Rattannavar is a Brahmin surname traditionally used by the Chitpavan Brahmin community of Maharashtra and Goa. It is believed to have originated from the Sanskrit words 'Ratta' meaning 'knowledge' and 'Nava' meaning 'new'. The Rattannavar family is said to have migrated to Goa from the Konkan region of Maharashtra. They are believed to have been one of the first Brahmin families to settle in the region. Rattannavar families have traditionally followed the Hindu customs and traditions of the Konkan region. They are known for their strict adherence to the Hindu caste system and for their reverence for their ancestors. Variations of the surname Rattannavar include Rattanavar, Ratnavar, Rattanawar, Rattenavar, Ratanavar, Ratnavar, Ratanawar, Ratanawer, Ratanwar, Ratanwor, and Ratnawer.
