What does the Kulkarni surname mean?

The Kulkarni surname means "Village accountant". It is of Marathi origin and is predominantly found among Administrative communities in Maharashtra, Karnataka.

What caste or community is the Kulkarni surname from?

The Kulkarni surname is traditionally associated with the Administrative community. Traditional village accountant surname in Maharashtra, responsible for maintaining land and tax records.

Kulkarni Surname

“Village accountant”

Also spelled: Kulkarnee

Administrative surnamesMarathi origin · Marathi

History & Significance

Traditional village accountant surname in Maharashtra, responsible for maintaining land and tax records.

What is the Gotra for Kulkarni?

Kulkarni families belong to many Gotras: it is passed down the paternal line, not fixed by the surname. These 11 Gotras are the ones most often recorded among Kulkarni families:

Jamadagni Atri Mudgala Kaundinya Maudgalya Mandavya Savarna Kautsa

+ 3 more Gotras

Nidagha Dattatreya Kanvayana

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Meaning & Origin

Meaning: Village accountant
Origin: Marathi
Language: Marathi
Category: Administrative

Regional Distribution

The Kulkarni surname is predominantly found in:

Maharashtra Karnataka

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Kulkarni Surname: Gotras of the Deshastha and Karhade Families

Explore the Kulkarni surname, its origins, and the Gotras found among Deshastha and Karhade communities in Maharashtra.

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