History:

The surname Patil has its roots in the Indian subcontinent, particularly in Maharashtra, where it historically denoted a village headman or landowner. Over time, socio-political changes, including the rise and fall of empires, contributed to the migration of individuals bearing this surname. The British colonial period prompted movement as individuals sought opportunities in urban centers. Economic factors also led many Patils to migrate to different states for agriculture or labor, influencing settlement patterns across India. These migrations facilitated the spread of the surname beyond its original geographic confines, embedding it within diverse regional contexts.

The gotras associated with this surname are vashishtha, gaargya, jaamadagnya, a.ngiras, upamanyu, jamadagni, bharadwaj, agastya, atri and kaundinya. The Kuldevtas associated with this surname are ganoja devi of bhatkuli, saptashrungi of vani, bhavani of tuljapur, renuka of mahur, veeranarayana of gadag, narsimha of neera - narsimhapur, mahalakshmi of kolhapur, khandoba and bhavani.

Description:

The surname Patil is primarily associated with Marathi-speaking communities in India, especially in Maharashtra. Historically, Patils were village headmen or landlords, reflecting their leadership roles in agrarian society. The name is linked to the agrarian caste known as Kunbi and the broader Maratha community, which includes various sub-castes. In some regions, this surname is also found among the Dhangar (shepherd) community. Over time, the Patil surname has become prominent across various social strata, symbolizing historical significance and a connection to landownership and governance within these communities.

People with this surname commonly speak Marathi, Kannada, Telugu, and Konkani.

Here are few notable Indian personalities with the surname and their professions: Pratibha Patil, former President of India,
Vasantdada Patil, former Chief Minister of Maharashtra,
B, Khatal-Patil, former Maharashtra Cabinet Minister,
D, Patil, former governor of Bihar,
Krantisinha Nana Patil, politician and social reformer,
R, Patil, former Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra,
Jayant Patil, former Rural Development Minister,
Anjali Patil, theater and Hindi film actress,
Sandeep Patil, former Indian cricket player,
Balasaheb Vikhe Patil, former member of Indian Parliament.

The surname Patil has variations or alternate spellings, including Paatil and Pattal, in Indian contexts.