Goswami Surname

Master of cows/senses

BrahminSanskrit OriginHindi/Bengali

History & Significance

Brahmin surname meaning master of senses or cows, associated with Vaishnavite traditions.

Meaning & Origin

Meaning
Master of cows/senses
Origin
Sanskrit
Language
Hindi/Bengali
Category
Brahmin

Regional Distribution

The Goswami surname is predominantly found in:

North IndiaBengal

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