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KALASKAR Surname Meaning & Heritage Data

2,837th

Most common surname in India

21,042

People with this surname currently in the iMeUsWe database

History:

Kalaskar. This surname likely originated in the Konkan region of western India. Its a descriptive name, meaning "blacksmith" or "metalworker." The spread of this surname could be linked to the historical movement of skilled artisans. These individuals might have migrated to different areas seeking work or better opportunities, carrying their craft and their surname with them. This surnames evolution might also be influenced by regional variations in pronunciation and spelling.

This Surname has Vashishtha Gotra. This Surname Worships Jagdambika Kuldevta.

Description:

Kalaskar is a surname primarily associated with the Maratha community in India. This surname is particularly common in the Konkan region of Maharashtra, where it is often linked to the Kunbi caste.

This surname is a fascinating one! It has a strong, melodic sound. Here are three variations that might catch your eye: Kalaskar, Kalasakar, and Kalas-kar. Each one plays with the syllables and adds a touch of unique flair.

State-wise distribution of people with KALASKAR surname

from iMeUsWe Database

Madhya Pradesh state distribution for KALASKAR surname

Madhya Pradesh

3,171

Maharashtra state distribution for KALASKAR surname

Maharashtra

2,785

Bihar state distribution for KALASKAR surname

Bihar

487

Tamil Nadu state distribution for KALASKAR surname

Tamil Nadu

75

Delhi state distribution for KALASKAR surname

Delhi

7

Karnataka state distribution for KALASKAR surname

Karnataka

5

Jharkhand state distribution for KALASKAR surname

Jharkhand

1

Telangana state distribution for KALASKAR surname

Telangana

1

Category-wise distribution of people with KALASKAR surname

from iMeUsWe Database

People with the surname KALASKAR appear across 5 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.

Food Distribution Records category for KALASKAR surname

5,171 (79%)

Food Distribution Records

Farmer Beneficiary Records category for KALASKAR surname

1,252 (19%)

Farmer Beneficiary Records

Voters List category for KALASKAR surname

103 (2%)

Voters List

Investor & Taxpayer Records category for KALASKAR surname

7 (0.1%)

Investor & Taxpayer Records

Govertment Farmers Benificary List category for KALASKAR surname

1 (0.0%)

Govertment Farmers Benificary List

Frequently Asked Questions

KALASKAR families worship JAGDAMBIKA as their Kuldevta (family deity).

The KALASKAR surname is found across multiple communities including Maratha, Teli communities.

The KALASKAR surname is primarily associated with the Hindu religion.

KALASKAR families belong to the VASHISHTHA gotra.

Madhya Pradesh has the highest concentration of the KALASKAR surname with 3,171 records (48.5%).

The KALASKAR surname is written in MARATHI script.

KALASKAR is ranked #2837 in India with approximately 21,042 people bearing this surname.

The KALASKAR surname is found across 8 states, with the top 3 being Madhya Pradesh (48.5%), Maharashtra (42.6%), Bihar (7.5%).

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