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KANDALKAR Surname Meaning & Heritage Data

4,425th

Most common surname in India

12,912

People with this surname currently in the iMeUsWe database

History:

Kandalkar. This surname likely originated in the Konkan region of western India. Its possible that people bearing this surname migrated from the Konkan region to other parts of India, perhaps seeking better economic opportunities or fleeing difficult conditions. The surnames spread could also be linked to historical events like trade routes or political changes.

Description:

Kandalkar is a surname that is primarily found in the Marathi-speaking communities of India. This surname is often associated with the Deshastha Brahmin community, a prominent Brahmin sub-caste in Maharashtra.

This surname is a fascinating one! Here are three variations: Kandalkar: The most common form, its straightforward and strong. Kandal: A shorter, more modern version, its sleek and easy to remember. Kandar: A slightly altered spelling, it adds a touch of uniqueness.

State-wise distribution of people with KANDALKAR surname

from iMeUsWe Database

Maharashtra state distribution for KANDALKAR surname

Maharashtra

3,342

Madhya Pradesh state distribution for KANDALKAR surname

Madhya Pradesh

1,478

Bihar state distribution for KANDALKAR surname

Bihar

34

Delhi state distribution for KANDALKAR surname

Delhi

9

Gujarat state distribution for KANDALKAR surname

Gujarat

6

Andhra Pradesh state distribution for KANDALKAR surname

Andhra Pradesh

1

Tamil Nadu state distribution for KANDALKAR surname

Tamil Nadu

1

Category-wise distribution of people with KANDALKAR surname

from iMeUsWe Database

People with the surname KANDALKAR appear across 4 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 KANDALKAR surname

4,062 (83%)

Food Distribution Records

Farmer Beneficiary Records category for KANDALKAR surname

773 (16%)

Farmer Beneficiary Records

Voters List category for KANDALKAR surname

27 (1%)

Voters List

Investor & Taxpayer Records category for KANDALKAR surname

9 (0.2%)

Investor & Taxpayer Records

Frequently Asked Questions

The KANDALKAR surname is found across multiple communities including Teli communities.

The KANDALKAR surname is primarily associated with the Hindu religion.

Maharashtra has the highest concentration of the KANDALKAR surname with 3,342 records (68.6%).

The KANDALKAR surname is written in MARATHI script.

KANDALKAR is ranked #4425 in India with approximately 12,912 people bearing this surname.

The KANDALKAR surname is found across 7 states, with the top 3 being Maharashtra (68.6%), Madhya Pradesh (30.3%), Bihar (0.7%).

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