About Potnis
The surname Potnis is of Indian origin and is predominantly found among the Brahmin community in the state of Maharashtra. It is derived from the Marathi word "potna," which means "to read" or "to study." The surname Potnis is associated with individuals who traditionally held the position of a scholar or a learned person, often serving as court poets or advisors to the ruling class.
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The surname Potnis is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Potnis based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Potnis in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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