Rajput Surname
“Son of a king”
History & Significance
A surname derived from the Sanskrit 'Rajaputra' (son of a king), used by the warrior communities of North and Western India. While Rajput is also a broad community identity encompassing many clans (Chauhan, Rathore, Sisodia, etc.), some families use Rajput itself as their surname.
What is the Gotra for Rajput?
Gotra is passed down through the paternal line and may vary within families sharing the same surname. Use our Gotra Finder to discover which Gotra your family belongs to.
Find Rajput Gotra →Meaning & Origin
- Meaning
- Son of a king
- Origin
- Sanskrit (Rajaputra)
- Language
- Hindi
- Category
- Kshatriya
Regional Distribution
The Rajput surname is predominantly found in:
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