Yadav Surname
“Descendant of Yadu”
Agricultural/PastoralSanskrit OriginHindi
History & Significance
Large agricultural community across North and Central India, claiming descent from Lord Krishna's lineage.
Meaning & Origin
- Meaning
- Descendant of Yadu
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Language
- Hindi
- Category
- Agricultural/Pastoral
Regional Distribution
The Yadav surname is predominantly found in:
North IndiaMaharashtra
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