History:
The surname Padmawati is of Indian origin and is derived from the Sanskrit word ‘padma’ meaning ‘lotus’.
The name is believed to have originated in the Hindu tradition as a reference to the goddess Lakshmi, who is often depicted as sitting on a lotus flower.
Description:
The surname is most commonly found among Hindu families in India, Nepal and other countries with large Hindu populations.
In some Hindu families, Padmawati is a common name given to the first daughter in the family.
The surname may also be spelled Padmavati or Padmawat.
