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MALAKAPPA Surname Meaning & Heritage Data

13,062nd

Most common surname in India

342

People with this surname currently in the iMeUsWe database

Description:

The surname Malakappa is of Indian origin. It is believed to have originated from the state of Karnataka in South India. The name is derived from the Kannada words ‘mala’ meaning ‘mountain’ and ‘kappu’ meaning ‘helmet’. The Malakappa surname is most commonly found among the Lingayat community of Karnataka. The Malakappa surname is associated with a long and proud history of warriors and warriors-turned-scholars who fought against injustice and oppression. They were known for their courage, tenacity and strength of character. The culture associated with the Malakappa surname is one of respect for elders, education, and a strong sense of community. They are known for their hospitality and generosity, and for their commitment to preserving their cultural heritage. Variations of the Malakappa surname include Malakar, Malakarappa, Malakarapu, Malakarapu, and Malakarappa.

State-wise distribution of people with MALAKAPPA surname

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Maharashtra state distribution for MALAKAPPA surname

Maharashtra

261

Jharkhand state distribution for MALAKAPPA surname

Jharkhand

9

Karnataka state distribution for MALAKAPPA surname

Karnataka

8

Andhra Pradesh state distribution for MALAKAPPA surname

Andhra Pradesh

4

Madhya Pradesh state distribution for MALAKAPPA surname

Madhya Pradesh

1

Tamil Nadu state distribution for MALAKAPPA surname

Tamil Nadu

1

Category-wise distribution of people with MALAKAPPA surname

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People with the surname MALAKAPPA 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.

Food Distribution Records category for MALAKAPPA surname

258 (91%)

Food Distribution Records

Farmer Beneficiary Records category for MALAKAPPA surname

22 (8%)

Farmer Beneficiary Records

Voters List category for MALAKAPPA surname

4 (1%)

Voters List

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