History:
The Thanigaivel surname is believed to have originated in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu.
The Thanigaivel surname is believed to have been in use since the 11th century in Tamil Nadu. It is believed to have been derived from the Tamil words “Thani” and “Gai” which mean “ancient” and “valley” respectively.
Description:
The Thanigaivel surname is associated with the Vellala caste, which is a sub-caste of the Hindu Kshatriya caste. The Vellala caste is traditionally associated with agricultural activities and is found mainly in the southern states of India.
The Thanigaivel surname is associated with several customs and traditions, such as the practice of worshipping the goddess Mariamman and observing the Tamil New Year.
The Thanigaivel surname may also be spelled as Thangaiyvel or Thangaiyveel.
