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TONTEPU Surname Meaning & Heritage Data

13,326th

Most common surname in India

78

People with this surname currently in the iMeUsWe database

History:

The Tepu surname is believed to have originated from the Tepu people, an indigenous tribe in Venezuela that is believed to have existed since the pre-Columbian era.
The Tepu people were believed to have been a major source of gold for the Spanish conquistadors in the early 1500s. They were also known for their fierce resistance to Spanish rule and their ability to maintain their culture and language despite the Spanish colonization.

Description:

The Tepu people are known for their traditional music and dance, as well as their strong spiritual beliefs. They are also known for their traditional clothing, which includes bright colors and intricate designs.
The Tepu people have a number of traditional customs, including the practice of dowry and the use of traditional medicines. They also have a strong sense of community and are known for their hospitality to outsiders.
There are several variations of the Tepu surname, including Teppo, Tepu, Teppu, Teppi, and Teppu.

State-wise distribution of people with TONTEPU surname

from iMeUsWe Database

Andhra Pradesh state distribution for TONTEPU surname

Andhra Pradesh

41

Tamil Nadu state distribution for TONTEPU surname

Tamil Nadu

5

Maharashtra state distribution for TONTEPU surname

Maharashtra

4

Category-wise distribution of people with TONTEPU surname

from iMeUsWe Database

People with the surname TONTEPU appear across 3 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.

Voters List category for TONTEPU surname

38 (76%)

Voters List

Food Distribution Records category for TONTEPU surname

10 (20%)

Food Distribution Records

Farmer Beneficiary Records category for TONTEPU surname

2 (4%)

Farmer Beneficiary Records

Frequently Asked Questions

The TONTEPU surname is found across multiple communities including Arya Vaishya, Baniya, Vaishya communities.

The TONTEPU surname is primarily associated with the Hindu religion.

Andhra Pradesh has the highest concentration of the TONTEPU surname with 41 records (82.0%).

The TONTEPU surname is written in TELUGU script.

TONTEPU is ranked #13326 in India with approximately 78 people bearing this surname.

The TONTEPU surname is found across 3 states, with the top 3 being Andhra Pradesh (82.0%), Tamil Nadu (10.0%), Maharashtra (8.0%).

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