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MARANNAN Surname Meaning & Heritage Data

13,338th

Most common surname in India

66

People with this surname currently in the iMeUsWe database

Description:

The Marannan surname is believed to have originated in the south Indian state of Kerala. It is believed to have been derived from the Sanskrit word 'Marana', which means 'lord of the sea'. The Marannans are believed to have been a seafaring people who traveled extensively in the Indian Ocean. The Marannans are believed to have been a part of the Malabar Coast community and were known for their maritime trading activities. They were also known for their expertise in shipbuilding and sailing. The Marannans are believed to have been a part of the Nair community and were known for their martial skills. They were also known for their loyalty to their rulers and were often employed as bodyguards and soldiers. The Marannans are believed to have followed the Hindu religion and were known for their devotion to Lord Vishnu. They were also known for their love of music and dance. The Marannans are believed to have had a number of variations in their surnames, including Maran, Marannan, Maranayil, Maranar, Maranat, Maranayam and Maranan.

State-wise distribution of people with MARANNAN surname

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Rajasthan state distribution for MARANNAN surname

Rajasthan

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Category-wise distribution of people with MARANNAN surname

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People with the surname MARANNAN appear across 1 type of official government records in iMeUsWe's database — from electoral rolls to agricultural records — showing how widely distributed this surname is across Indian society.

Farmer Beneficiary Records category for MARANNAN surname

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