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THULAVA Surname Meaning & Heritage Data

13,291st

Most common surname in India

113

People with this surname currently in the iMeUsWe database

Description:

The Thulavas are a Hindu caste from the state of Kerala in India. They are traditionally farmers and are also known as the Thulavar or Thulunadu Brahmins. The origin of the Thulavas is uncertain, but they are believed to have descended from the ancient Vedic Brahmins. The Thulavas are known for their strong sense of tradition and culture. They are particularly known for their devotion to the Hindu gods and goddesses and their rituals and customs. They are also known for their love of the arts, and many Thulavas are involved in the performing arts, including classical music, dance, and theatre. The Thulavas have a variety of surnames, which vary from region to region. Some of the more common surnames include Nair, Menon, Pillai, Kurup, and Kurian. The variations of the Thulavas surname are believed to have been created over time as the Thulavas moved from one region to another. As a result, many of the variations of the surname may have different meanings in different areas. For example, the Nair surname may mean 'lord' in one region and 'nurse' in another.

State-wise distribution of people with THULAVA surname

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Andhra Pradesh state distribution for THULAVA surname

Andhra Pradesh

58

Category-wise distribution of people with THULAVA surname

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People with the surname THULAVA appear across 2 types of official government records in iMeUsWe's database — from electoral rolls to agricultural records — showing how widely distributed this surname is across Indian society.

Food Distribution Records category for THULAVA surname

52 (90%)

Food Distribution Records

Voters List category for THULAVA surname

6 (10%)

Voters List

Frequently Asked Questions

The THULAVA surname is found across multiple communities including Padmasali communities.

The THULAVA surname is primarily associated with the Hindu religion.

THULAVA families belong to the PARAASHARA gotra.

Andhra Pradesh has the highest concentration of the THULAVA surname with 58 records (100.0%).

The THULAVA surname is written in TELUGU script.

THULAVA is ranked #13291 in India with approximately 113 people bearing this surname.

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