Gaikwad Surname

“Protector of cows”

Maratha surnamesMarathi (gai, cow) origin · Marathi

History & Significance

One of the 96 Maratha clans; the Gaekwad rulers of Baroda were of this clan.

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Meaning & Origin

Meaning
Protector of cows
Origin
Marathi (gai, cow)
Language
Marathi
Category
Maratha

Regional Distribution

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