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MARWAT Surname Meaning & Heritage Data

13,332nd

Most common surname in India

72

People with this surname currently in the iMeUsWe database

History:

The Marwat are an ethnic group found mainly in Pakistan. They are believed to be descended from the ancient Kushan Empire, which ruled the region between the 1st and 3rd centuries CE.
The Marwat people are believed to have migrated to the region from Central Asia in the 12th century, during the rule of Sultan Mahmud Ghaznavi. They established settlements in the area and over time became a powerful tribe, ruling over much of the region.

Description:

The Marwat are a traditionally pastoral people, and their culture is heavily influenced by the Pashtun culture of the region. They are known for their hospitality and generosity, and are very proud of their culture and traditions.
Marwat customs include the practice of arranged marriage, the wearing of traditional clothing, and the observance of Islamic customs and traditions.
The Marwat language is spoken by the Marwat people, and there are several dialects of the language. The Marwat are also divided into several sub-tribes, each with its own distinct culture and customs.

State-wise distribution of people with MARWAT surname

from iMeUsWe Database

Maharashtra state distribution for MARWAT surname

Maharashtra

7

Kerala state distribution for MARWAT surname

Kerala

1

Madhya Pradesh state distribution for MARWAT surname

Madhya Pradesh

1

Punjab state distribution for MARWAT surname

Punjab

1

Category-wise distribution of people with MARWAT surname

from iMeUsWe Database

People with the surname MARWAT appear across 2 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 MARWAT surname

8 (80%)

Food Distribution Records

Farmer Beneficiary Records category for MARWAT surname

2 (20%)

Farmer Beneficiary Records

Frequently Asked Questions

The MARWAT surname is found across multiple communities including Deobandi, Qaimkhani, Pathan (pashtun), Mirasi communities.

The MARWAT surname is primarily associated with the Islam religion.

Maharashtra has the highest concentration of the MARWAT surname with 7 records (70.0%).

MARWAT is ranked #13332 in India with approximately 72 people bearing this surname.

The MARWAT surname is found across 4 states, with the top 3 being Maharashtra (70.0%), Kerala (10.0%), Madhya Pradesh (10.0%).

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