About Gowda
The surname Gowda is primarily found in the Indian state of Karnataka and is associated with the Vokkaliga community. It is derived from the Kannada word "gowda," which means "village headman" or "chief." Historically, Gowdas were responsible for the administration and governance of their respective villages. The surname signifies a person's ancestral occupation or social status as a village leader. Today, the surname Gowda is commonly used as a marker of Vokkaliga identity and heritage.
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Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Gowda based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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