Dave Surname

“Learned Brahmin”

Also spelled: Dube

Brahmin surnamesSanskrit origin · Gujarati

History & Significance

Gujarati Brahmin surname derived from 'Dwivedi' meaning one who knows two Vedas.

What is the Gotra for Dave?

Dave families belong to many Gotras: it is passed down the paternal line, not fixed by the surname. These 3 Gotras are the ones most often recorded among Dave families:

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Meaning & Origin

Meaning
Learned Brahmin
Origin
Sanskrit
Language
Gujarati
Category
Brahmin

Regional Distribution

The Dave surname is predominantly found in:

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