GOWDA
Gowda
Gowda is a British surname with its origins rooted in the Indian subcontinent. The name "Gowda" is commonly associated with the Vokkaliga caste in the southern Indian states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
In Britain, the surname Gowda is often borne by individuals of Indian descent who have migrated to the country either for work, education, or to settle permanently. As a result of migration and intercultural marriages, the surname has become a part of the diverse tapestry of British surnames.
Those who bear the surname Gowda in Britain are likely to have a heritage that is connected to the states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu in India. These individuals may have diverse professions, beliefs, and cultural practices, reflecting the rich heritage of their ancestral homeland.
The surname Gowda serves as a reminder of the history of migration and cultural exchange between India and Britain, highlighting the interconnectedness of diverse communities in the modern globalised world.
There are approximately 240 people named Gowda in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Gowda.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Krishnakumar
- Prakash
- Raj
- Ravi
- Sandesh
Female
- Jolanta
- Mamta
- Mona
- Ramya
- Shrama
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.