Prasad Surname

“Grace, blessing”

Also spelled: Lal

Various surnamesSanskrit (prasada) origin · Hindi

History & Significance

Originally the second part of a given name (as in Rajendra Prasad), it became a family name across many communities in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh. Because it is not tied to one community, it does not indicate a gotra by itself.

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Meaning & Origin

Meaning
Grace, blessing
Origin
Sanskrit (prasada)
Language
Hindi
Category
Various

Regional Distribution

The Prasad surname is predominantly found in:

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