Kamat

Kamat Meaning & Origin

About Kamat
The surname Kamat is of Indian origin and is commonly found among the Konkani-speaking communities of Goa, Karnataka, and Maharashtra. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word "kamata," which means "desire" or "wish." It is believed that the surname Kamat was originally given to individuals who were associated with a temple or were involved in religious activities. Over time, the name became hereditary and was passed down through generations. Today, individuals with the surname Kamat can be found in various professions and walks of life, but their ancestral connection to religious practices remains a significant aspect of their cultural identity.

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Popularity

Surname Popularity by Ethnicity

The surname Kamat is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:

  • Number of People with the name Kamat: 583
  • Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
  • Ranking: 38,050
  • Frequency per 100k people: 0.2

Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Kamat based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.

Ranking information for the surname Kamat is not currently available.

Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
KMT
🗽 NYSIIS
CANA
🔊 Soundex
K0503
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
K AA1 M AH0 T
🌐 IPA
/kamat*/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('KMT', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
K530

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Kamat in Braille

Here's how to represent Kamat in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.

The name Kamat in braille

How to sign the name Kamat using Sign Language

The image below shows how you can spell Kamat using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Kamat in sign language

Numerology