History:
Patel is an Indian surname, derived from the Sanskrit word, patil, which means 'village headman.'
The Patel surname is believed to have originated in the Indian state of Gujarat, where it was used to denote a village headman or chief. It is also believed to have been used in the Punjab region of India and Pakistan.
Description:
Patel is a prominent surname among the Indian diaspora. It is also a common surname among the Parsi and Gujarati-speaking communities in India.
The Patel surname is often associated with the Hindu community in India. It is believed that those with the Patel surname are likely to have descended from a village headman.
The Patel surname has many variations, including Patil, Patilal, Pathak, Patilkar, and Patilwadi.
