Gaekwad


Gaekwad is a surname native to Indian state of Maharashtra. The surname is found among the Marathas, Kolis and Scheduled caste and Brahmin people. It is also a common surname among Bharadis, Dhor, and Mahar communities of Maharashtra.

Etymology

The name Gaekwad is believed to be a combination of two words. Gai means a cow and Kavad which means a small door therefore Gaekwad means Cow door.

Notable people

Notable people with the surname include: