Mittal Surname
“Friendly, belonging to Mithila”
Vaishya surnamesSanskrit/Place name origin · Hindi
History & Significance
A Vaishya surname with possible origins linked to the ancient kingdom of Mithila or the Sanskrit word 'mitra' meaning friend. The Mittal community is part of the Agarwal mercantile tradition and has produced prominent industrialists and business leaders.
What is the Gotra for Mittal?
Mittal 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 Mittal families:
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- Meaning
- Friendly, belonging to Mithila
- Origin
- Sanskrit/Place name
- Language
- Hindi
- Category
- Vaishya
Regional Distribution
The Mittal surname is predominantly found in: