About Pathak
The surname Pathak is of Indian origin and is commonly found among people of the Brahmin caste in the Hindi-speaking regions of India. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word "pathaka," which means "one who reads or studies." It is believed that the surname Pathak was originally given to individuals who were scholars, teachers, or experts in a particular field of study. Today, individuals with the surname Pathak can be found in various professions and walks of life, but the name still carries the connotation of knowledge and learning.
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The surname Pathak is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Pathak 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 Pathak is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Pathak in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Pathak using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.