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VECHALABHAI Surname Meaning & Heritage Data

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Most common surname in India

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Description:

Vechalabhai is an Indian surname belonging to the Vankar caste, which is a sub-caste of the Kshatriya caste. The Vankar caste is a community of weavers and cotton carders, traditionally located in Gujarat, India. The name Vechalabhai is derived from the Sanskrit words vecha, meaning “weaving” and labh, meaning “gain”. The name is a reference to the traditional occupation of the Vankar caste. The history of the Vankar caste dates back to the 12th century, when they were known as the community of weavers and cotton carders. The Vankar caste was traditionally associated with the production of fine fabrics, and their work was highly sought after by the royalty of the time. The Vankar caste is known for its unique culture and customs. They have their own language, known as Vankar Bhasha, which is spoken by a majority of the members of the caste. The Vankar people are also known for their unique form of dress, with bright colours and intricate embroidery. Variations of the name Vechalabhai include Vechalabh, Vechalabhaya, Vechalabhaya, Vechalabhayi, Vechalabhayu, and Vechalabhaya.

State-wise distribution of people with VECHALABHAI surname

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Gujarat state distribution for VECHALABHAI surname

Gujarat

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Category-wise distribution of people with VECHALABHAI surname

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People with the surname VECHALABHAI appear across 1 type of official government records in iMeUsWe's database — from electoral rolls to agricultural records — showing how widely distributed this surname is across Indian society.

Farmer Beneficiary Records category for VECHALABHAI surname

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