GOKHALE
Gokhale
Gokhale is a surname of Indian origin, commonly found in the state of Maharashtra. The surname is derived from the Marathi word "Gokhala," which means a cow shed or stable. It is believed to have originated from the occupation of tending to cattle or running a dairy farm.
The Gokhale surname is often associated with the Brahmin caste in India, particularly the Chitpavan Brahmins of Maharashtra. Prominent individuals with the surname Gokhale include social reformer Gopal Krishna Gokhale, who played a significant role in India's independence movement during the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Over time, members of the Gokhale family have diversified into various professions, including academia, law, politics, and business. The surname continues to be passed down through generations, symbolizing lineage, heritage, and community ties among its bearers.
The Gokhale surname holds historical and cultural significance within Indian society, reflecting the traditions and ancestry of those who bear it.
There are approximately 106 people named Gokhale in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Gokhale.
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