History:
The gotras associated with this surname are angiras, dadhich, janakula, mavanulla and raghu kula. The Kuldevtas associated with this surname are bhavani, khandoba and venkateshwara.
Description:
It originates from the Brahmin community, a priestly caste historically known for scholarship and religious leadership. The religion associated with JANESHVAR surname is hinduism. The MotherTounge associated with this surname are hindi and sanskrit.
This surname is more common among Marathi Brahmins, especially those living in the Indian state of Maharashtra. The name likely began as an honorary title for people linked to temples or religious organizations dedicated to a deity called "Janeshvar." The specific sub-castes within Marathi Brahmins that use this surname may differ by region, but a tie to Maharashtra remains a constant.
The surname has a few variations: Gyaneshwar, Janeshwar, and Janeshvar.
