PATEL

Source: Gujarati

Root Word: Patel

Derived From: An occupational title meaning "village chief", "landowner", or "farmer". Its etymology may be traced back to the Sanskrit "pattala" or "pattika", meaning "land deed" or "village".

Meaning: Village head, landlord, farmer

Popularity History: Patel is one of the most common surnames in India, especially in Gujarat. With the wave of Indian immigration, this surname has spread widely around the world and is very common in Indian communities in the UK, the US, Canada, East Africa and other places. It is one of the most recognizable Indian surnames in the world.