Origin and History of PARMARA

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Parmara is a surname of Indian origin, believed to be derived from the word ‘Parma’, which means ‘shield’. It is associated with the Rajputs, a Hindu warrior caste from western India. The Parmara surname is found mainly in the states of Rajasthan and Gujarat, although it is also found in other parts of India. The history of the Parmara surname dates back to the 8th century, when the Parmara dynasty ruled in the region. The Parmara dynasty was founded by King Upendra, who was the first Parmara ruler. His descendants ruled for over 700 years, until the 16th century. The culture associated with the Parmara surname is one of honour, courage and loyalty. It is believed that those bearing the Parmara name are descendants of warriors and brave soldiers. Variations of the Parmara surname include Parmar, Parmaar, Pamaar and Pamaar.