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What are some of the most common Indian last names?
Do you know the origin of these last names?
Yes, I believe Patel is of Gujarati origin and typically denotes a landowner or village chief. Singh is a common surname among Punjabis and is traditionally associated with the Sikh religion. Kumar means 'son' or 'prince' in Sanskrit and is a common surname in many parts of India. Sharma is a Brahmin surname that originated from the Sanskrit word "sharma," meaning joy or happiness. Gupta is a surname that is associated with the Vaishya caste and means 'protected' or 'hidden.'